Boxcar Children Surprise Island Book Club
Boxcar Children Book Club, book study and comprehension
Teacher Tonya
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(40)
What's included
7 live meetings
5 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Read 2-3 assigned chapters through the weekAssessment
Through reading comprehension questions and activitiesClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
"Surprise Island" is the second book of a terrific series of books, The Boxcar Children. I would love if you would join me in my book study as we explore with the children on this new exciting island. If you read the first book and joined my class, you've learned that the children had a lot of circumstance to overcome, and they did it with such zeal. Now they have a better life with their grandfather, only to find out that he owns an entire island that the kids can spend time exploring. What will they find? Will there be something mysterious? 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. A change in setting happens quite quickly, as well as introduction of new characters. Week two: students will have read chapters 3-4. We will begin with vocabulary then move into discussion about daily life on the island and see how the kids are making that work. Week three: students will have read chapters 5-6. We will begin with vocabulary then move into discussion about any changes in setting, characters, or problems that arise. Week four: students will have read chapters 7-8. We will begin with vocabulary then move into discussion about any changes in setting, characters, or problems that arise. Week five: students will have read chapters 9-10. We will begin with vocabulary then move into discussion about what we read. Week six: students will have read chapters 11-12. We will begin with vocabulary then move into discussion about what we read. Week seven: students will have read chapters 13-15. We will begin with vocabulary then move into discussion. We will be wrapping up our book study. I'm excited to begin our journey. See you soon! Because of the length of this class, a 3 person minimum is required.
Learning Goals
New vocabulary, reading comprehension, and we explore with the children as they embark on new adventures
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. https://amzn.to/41JF4S5 (associate link)
3 files available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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
$86
for 7 classes1x per week, 7 weeks
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
3-6 learners per class
