This class is taught in English.

Students will gain experience analyzing fiction text for setting, theme, plot, figures of speech, and character study. Students will also experience guided book discussions with their peers.

I've taught numerous books in a literature class setting, some of which feature sensitive settings. I'm experienced with keeping book discussions focused, relevant, and appropriate for the intended audience. Number the Stars is well-loved by many students. 

Homework Offered
Weekly reading assignments are given during each class.  Almost all of the reading is done independently outside of class. Students are expected to read about 36-40 pages a week from the Number the Stars novel.  Since reading speed varies widely, consider how much time it would take for your student to read about eight pages a day, five days a week. Students answer guided reading questions on the weekly handout as they read.  Students who wish to receive a grade/assessment will need to finish the handout and submit it within 24 hours of the class. A typical 4th - 6th grade student should be able to complete the work in less than an hour and a half a week. 
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
All students will receive an informal assessment through the Parent Conversation emails in Outschool at the end of the course.  Parents who wish to receive actual letter grades for the student's finished work will need to let Miss Amy know at the beginning of the course.  The graded work needs submitted at least 24 hours before the next class. 
Grades Offered

Each student will need a copy of the book which is readily available in larger bookstores and Amazon.  Students will also need to use a computer that reads Power Point.  Downloading the Kahoot app is encouraged (free).