IMPORTANT** It is okay if a student has already read the series and wants to join the class to re-read the story; however, if they do, please know we will only talk about first book. Spoilers will not be tolerated as to give a fair experience for everyone. Please message me if you prefer a book club for the series instead that is more flexible in which book we talk about.**

Students are expected to have read about 3 chapters (about 30-40 pages, please see homework section for an outline) before each class and will have a discussion about the plot, characters, and themes during class. Pre-reading questions/discussion topics will be posted in the classroom before each class to allow students time to think and to help them formulate their own thoughts about the book as they read. These questions will help students be aware of the book events and take note of key characters and plot devices. Pre-reading questions/discussion topics are to help students take notes to bring insights and questions to the discussion, but they do not need to be filled out for the teacher. 

Each class will begin with the students working on summarizing what they read and bringing their own questions about the story, then students will answer any discussion questions created by the teacher. These discussion questions will be based within the 8 reading strategies of summarizing, comparing and contrasting, organizing plot events, predicting the story, asking questions, connecting with the text, and inferencing implications in the story. There will be no formal worksheets or homework other than reading the books and preparing with the pre-reading questions. This is to give a free foam for the class and allow students to talk about what they are reading and their thoughts about the series. Students will be encouraged to ask their own questions as well. This will allow a space to find the enjoyment of reading as we discuss together the books.

In-class discussions topics will include subjects how is Percy an engaging narrator, how is Camp Half-blood organized, what impression does the book cover give to them as a reader, making predictions about the story as it progresses through each book, and contrasting the characters while tracking their developments throughout the story. I will provide visuals for the students as we organize the story, learn new vocabulary words, and discuss the different characters. 

At the end of class, students will collaborate and work together to give it a book review. This will help students review what they read and discuss what aspects are needed for a compelling story. Students will also be asked if their perspective of the characters or the story has changed as they read. Once we review the finished book, students will work on predicting what the next book may include and how it will expand with the story.