Boxcar Children Book Club: Book 1
Boxcar Children Book Club, reading study and comprehension
Teacher Tonya
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(40)
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Reading 2-3 assigned chapters / week.Assessment
Through reading comprehension questions and activitiesClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
I don't know about you, but my imagination comes to life as I picture the children exploring and finding their own way. The story begins introducing 4 children who have lost their parents and are on the run, trying to hide from their grandfather. They embark on an amazing journey as they are forced to find new ways to survive and live happily in their circumstance. The "Boxcar Children" is the first book of a terrific series of books. I would love if you would join me in my book study as we learn with the children new ways to survive happily in circumstances in life. They not only overcome difficult times, but live each day to the fullest. Each class we will learn new vocabulary from the story, assess reading comprehension, have discussion about the what we've read, and have a quick game or activity. Week one: Students will have read chapters 1 & 2. We will begin with vocabulary and move into light discussion about the setting, characters, and events and how the student perceives what has happened. Week two: students will have read chapters 3-5. We will begin with vocabulary then move into discussion about a change in setting and the beginning of a new beginning for the children. What becomes their new normal? How are they handling obstacles? How do they feel about the new circumstances? Are their any big problems to discuss? Has there been any new settings or characters added? Week three: students will have read chapters 6-8. We will once again begin by discussing new vocabulary and moving into discussion about what we've read. Has there been any new settings or characters added? How are they children settling in to their new circumstances? What new problems will the children have to tackle? What was that noise? Week four: students will have read chapters 9-11. We will begin with vocabulary then move into discussion about any changes in setting, characters, or problems that arise. What happens to Violet and who gets involved? Will she be ok? What do you think will happen because of this event? How did the children feel about the new visitor? Who was this man and why is he there? Week five: students will have read chapters 12-13. We will wrap up our week with any new vocabulary words, and changes in circumstances. Will this be a good thing for the children? How have circumstances changed and how do the children feel about it? I'm excited to begin our journey. See you soon!
Learning Goals
New vocabulary, reading comprehension, discussion about how the children overcame difficult circumstances.
Other Details
Supply List
The Boxcar Children (this is book one and has several different covers). Obtained through your local library, amazon, ebay, and many other stores.
3 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The Boxcar Children (this is book one and has several different covers).
Obtained through your local library, amazon, ebay, and many other stores.
Joined June, 2020
4.8
40reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! My name is Tonya. My students call me Teacher Tonya. As an Outschool teacher, I encourage my students to take an active part in the learning process. I provided many opportunities for the student to be engaged in class. This gives students an opportunity to think independently and come up with new thoughts and ideas, as well as the chance to speak out. I love getting to witness those "ah-ha" moments. It's important that students leave class with new knowledge and a sense of confidence in using that knowledge. While I take time during and at the end of class for questions, I also make every effort to be available for requested additional time, or to simply answer questions and emails.
I currently have my BSA in Animal Science, and ALMOST a Masters Degree in Education (Middle School Science). Most of my teaching experience comes from homeschooling, tutoring, and being an online educator. I've homeschooled my own children from 1st-9th grades. I also tutor other students in English, mostly ranging from 1st-8th grades. I've been an ESL teacher for 2 years and have both TESOL and TEFL certifications. I have spent a brief amount of time in brick & mortar classes. There was also a time (pre-corona virus) that I was our local home school co-op coordinator.
When I'm not teaching, tutoring, or homeschooling, I enjoy spending time with my family, especially outdoors. We do things such as swim, bike ride, fish, ride 4-wheelers, play ball, run, kayak, and more.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to me. This includes anything from class size, age, learning ability, tutoring, and more. I am usually quick to respond and glad to help. I hope to see you in my classroom soon. Come, join me. And let's have fun learning together. Reviews
Live Group Class
$78
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
45 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
3-6 learners per class
