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Classic Book Club for Clever Minds: Literacy Lessons for Ages 9-12
Miss Kate, M. Special Ed., TEFL
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(123)
Every lesson will focus on a well-known book or lesser-known amazing literature from bygone days to teach and inspire inquiring minds about different aspects of reading. All learners are welcome in these small group classes!
Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Intermediate Level
Learners will spend 50 minutes each week discussing the various literacy aspects of books, most of which were written before 1990. During each class, learners will be encouraged to read with a purpose, share points of view and discuss literary elements. Each lesson will begin with each learner having the opportunity to share "good things" with the rest of the class. This helps the club members bond which then enhances class discussions later in the lesson. Next, each lesson will discuss...
- Students will learn to read critically and to notice and apply various literary elements to whatever book they read
I hold a master's with an emphasis in reading, and I home schooled my six now-adult children wherein we read and learned from classical books like those listed above.
2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Students will be expected to read each book before the class
Learners must obtain a copy of each book to be discussed.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
I use Canva as a presentation tool. Learners do not need to access this site.
No sources are used except for the books
Joined March, 2022
4.9
123reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Alaska Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Master's Degree in Education from University of Alaska, Fairbanks
I live in Alaska where it is light for days on end during the summer but dark and cold during the winter. I have six children, five grandchildren, three cats, two dogs and two rabbits. I enjoy hiking, kayaking, skiing, reading and crochet. My...
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Group Class
$21
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
1-6 learners per class
