Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Book #1) - Brainstorming Adventures (Self-Paced Class)
This self-paced class on Outschool is designed for students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning disabilities, centered around the book "Diary of a Wimpy Kid". This class is great for neurodivergent students.
Jeffrey R, BA, TESOL, TEFL
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4.9
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What's included
5 pre-recorded lessons
5 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. You will read a selected group of pages each week (between 2 to 4 small chapters) in preparation for class discussion. Questions will be provided in advance.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
In this multi day class, your learners will be encouraged to read, discuss and brainstorm ideas using these books as a source material. Each week we will read a section of the book before coming to class for the discussion. No background knowledge will be necessary in this class. Your learner will have some questions provided in advance that we will make time to discuss, and we will discuss your learner's favorite part of that week's reading. During our discussions, we will develop and strengthen reading comprehension, we will build and strengthen vocabulary, and of course, fuel the imagination by means of in-class brainstorming sessions. Please see below an example of how a class would be conducted. If your learner loves to read books in the Wimpy Kid series or just loves to read books in general, this could be the class for them.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Week 1 - September
In the first week of the self-paced Outschool class for Book 1 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, students will engage in an independent reading of the book. This week will focus on immersing students into the world of Greg Heffley and his humorous adventures, allowing them to explore the characters and themes at their own pace. The students will have the opportunity to read and absorb the content as they prepare for discussions and activities in the subsequent weeks of the class. Lesson 2:
Week 2 - October & November
During the second week of the self-paced Outschool class for Book 1 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, students will delve into discussions and activities related to the early chapters of the book. This week will involve interactive sessions where students can share their thoughts on the characters, plot, and setting. They will also engage in creative exercises such as drawing their favorite scene or reimagining an event from the story. Lesson 3:
Week 3 - December & January
In the third week of the self-paced Outschool class for Book 1 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, students will explore the middle chapters of the book through engaging activities and discussions. This week's focus will be on analyzing character development, story progression, and key themes within the narrative. 6 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Week 4 - February & March
During the fourth week of the self-paced Outschool class for Book 1 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, students will focus on the concluding chapters of the book. This week will involve activities that encourage critical thinking and reflection on the story's conclusion, character motivations, and the overall message of the book. Students will have the opportunity to participate in discussions about the book's resolution and its impact on the characters. Other Details
Supply List
Your learner will need to have a copy the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books. These books might be found at libraries, book stores or online.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from United States Institution of Language and Clerical Studies
My name is Jeff Reynolds and I love to teach!
On Outschool, I will have a broad range of classes: English, art, science, math, SAT Test preparation, history, travel and public speaking. I have my Bachelor's Degree in TESOL Fundamentals and Methodology, and I have been a teacher since 2000. I have taught many different ages, ranging from age 4 to age 18, and I currently am an ESL teacher as well. For the past 9 years, my wife and I were living and studying in Egypt, which really helps to strengthen and benefit the information in my ancient Egypt related classes. We are in fact hoping to return to Egypt very soon to resume our studies. My wife and I love traveling around the world, the outdoors, and good food. I believe that all children deserve to have a quality education that they can truly benefit from and enjoy. Learning should always be fun. If learning becomes a chore, the desire to continue learning slowly dies away. When learning is fun, students have the chance to increase their knowledge and increase their potential for success later in life. Children deserve a fun and safe learning environment.Reviews
Self-Paced Class
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Ages: 6-11
