Book Read Alouds & Fun | Literacy Spirit Week | Read Across America
Join to celebrate Read Across America week with fun themes like superhero and favorite character!
Ms. C
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What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 35 mins in-class hoursHomework
No homework is assigned for this fun class, but students are asked about any favorite books they would like to share about - so a brainstorm session or discussion about these books before class can be helpful! Also, if students would like to share their drawing after class with everyone - they may do so with some help from a family member by uploading a picture of their work to the classroom page.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
March is National Reading Month! This year March 2-March 6, 2025 is Read Across America week! This 5-day class meets in the month of March to celebrate! Join this class to listen and share great books and participate in Literacy Spirit Week! It's an hour to have fun and be excited about books and reading! Come to class each day for a different theme! The Spirit Week schedule for the themes is listed below. These themes allow students to participate even with items they may already have or items they can create. If you need any ideas or help, I am always happy to help. We will read a book related to our theme and complete a drawing for the read aloud. On Friday, we will read books that students shared or voted on during the week. Schedule: Monday: PJ Wear your pajamas! Listen: Pajama Day by Lynn Plourde Tuesday: Hat day or Silly Hat/Headband Wear a hat or a silly hat or headband! Listen: I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen Wednesday: Animal Day Wear a shirt with an animal on it, bring a stuffed animal, bring a pet, or dress up as a favorite animal Listen to: Creature Features by Steve Jenkins Thursday: Hero Day Wear a shirt with a superhero, dress up as a hero(fictional or real), character you consider a hero, person you consider a hero, or wear a cape! Listen: Kindness is my Superpower by Alicia Ortego Friday: Book Character Day Wear a shirt with your favorite book character or dress up as your favorite book character! Examples: Cat in the Hat, The Lorax, Hungry Caterpillar, Dog Man, Scooby, Junie B. Jones Listen: Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister and student voted books What is Read Across America? From the National Education Association: "Launched in 1998 by the National Education Association (NEA) and guided by a committee of educators, NEA’s Read Across America is the nation’s largest celebration of reading. This year-round program focuses on motivating children and teens to read through events, partnerships, and reading resources that are about everyone, for everyone. The titles and resources featured by NEA’s Read Across America include books that students can see themselves reflected in, as well as books that allow readers to see a world or a character that might be different than them. Readers who feel included, recognized, and a part of the world are engaged readers. We hope that you’ll be able to share these recommended titles—and many others—to celebrate Read Across America in March and throughout the year." Included: Live class time (including read alouds/spirit week) Extra Reading Resources Fun Reading Board Book Scavenger Hunt Book Related Activity Pages (Coloring, Mazes, and More))
Learning Goals
The goal of Literacy Spirit Read is to motivate and encourage students to read and have fun while doing so.
Other Details
Supply List
Needed for class time: pencil paper crayons ___ Some supply ideas students may use to participate in Spirit Week: favorite hat silly hat silly headband Pajamas superhero shirt superhero costume superhero cape (costume or blanket) shirt similar to favorite book character paper tape face paint
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
NEA - Read Across America website: https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/student-engagement/read-across-america
More about Read Across America: https://www.readingrockets.org/books-and-authors/literacy-calendar/neas-read-across-america
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Ms. C. I am so excited to see you in my Outschool classroom! I offer many classes related to dogs, wildlife, science, reading, and writing. I love teaching topics from the beautiful animals here on Earth to the gorgeous stars in the sky. I love incorporating reading, art and science all together. I have my Associate’s degree in Animal Science, Associate’s degree in Elementary Education, and my Bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Middle Dual Education with a specialization in Science. I am a certified teacher, and I am currently a substitute teacher and an Outschool teacher. I strive to support all my students in learning and welcoming them to a safe space. I encourage creativity, pursuing interests, and a passion for lifelong learning. I enjoy reading, writing, and being outside. A hobby that has always helped me relax has been drawing or painting.
If you would like to request a class, please, send me a message!Reviews
Live Group Class
$85
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-9
1-6 learners per class
