Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Club (Book 1)
A humorous, endearing story of an imaginative boy, and some
of the hard fought lessons he learns as he journeys through sixth grade.
Christian Adams
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4.9
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What's included
9 live meetings
8 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 6
Greg Heffley is a sixth grade student trying to make his mark in the crazy world of Middle School. Diary of a Wimpy Kid is about the adventures of Greg as he copes with wrestling lessons in PE, almost being mugged by a gang of teenagers on Halloween, acting in the school musical production of The Wizard of Oz, and coping with the antics of his torturous big brother, Rodrick. The Diary also describes Greg's relationship with his best friend, Rowley, and some of the adventures he takes on to make himself remembered when school is done. These include running for Treasurer on the School Council, volunteering for Safety Patrol, and competing for the title of Class Clown. Diary of a Wimpy Kid is a humorous, endearing story of an imaginative kid, and some of the hard-won lessons he learns as he journeys through the troubled course of sixth grade. We will have a blast discussing this fun book (Book one), and completing a unit study in class. Each class of our unit study focuses on one chapter (Month) of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and includes 5 different activities: • Before You Read Activity • Vocabulary Building • Comprehension Questions • Language Activities • Extension Activities Class Schedule: Week 1: September (read before this class starts) Week 2: October (read before this class starts) Week 3: November (read before this class starts) Week 4: December (read before this class starts) Week 5: New Year's Eve/January (read before this class starts) Week 6: February (read before this class starts) Week 7: March (read before this class starts) Week 8: April (read before this class starts) Week 9: May/June (read before this class starts)
Learning Goals
The expectations of this unit is that students will develop their skills in reading,
writing, listening and oral communication, as well as in reasoning and critical thinking.
List of Skills
Vocabulary Development
1. Locating descriptive words / phrases
2. Listing synonyms/homophones
3. Identifying / creating alliteration
4. Use of capitals and punctuation
5. Identifying syllables
6. Identify foreshadowing.
7. Use of exaggeration/expressions
8. Use of singular / plural nouns
9. Listing compound words
10. Identifying parts of speech
11. Determining alphabetical order
12. Identification of root words
13. Identify/create similes
14. Identify analogies.
Setting Activities
1. Summarize the details of a setting
Plot Activities
1. Complete a sequence chart of events
2. Identify conflict in the story
3. Predict upcoming events
4. Create a synopsis
5. Identify cliffhangers
6. Identify the climax of the novel.
7. Complete a 5 W's Chart
Character Activities
1. Determine character traits
2. Cast the main characters for movie roles
3. Relating personal experiences
Creative and Critical Thinking
1. Research
2. Write a newspaper story
3. Write a letter to a friend
4. Create weight-training equipment
5. Conduct an interview
6. Write a description of personal feelings
7. Write a book review
8. Complete an Observation Chart
Art Activities
1. A Storyboard
2. Create a collage
3. Design a cover for the novel
4. Create a comic strip
**These are all the skills in the activities from this unit. We may not complete all of the projects, but you can certainly do any you are interested in that we don’t cover in class, at home.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
At the end of each class we may play a review game on one of the following-
Blooket https://www.blooket.com/play
Gimkit https://www.gimkit.com/join
Kahoot https://kahoot.it/
Students will be provided a game code for each game. They are not required to sign up or login, unless they choose to.
Supply List
Students will need a copy of the novel Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney Upon enrollment you will receive the first week's handouts. Students are expected to do the assigned readings at home. We will complete the majority of the assignments during class. (I may assign a small amount of work at home to finish if needed.) This is a great book for a class literature unit. It is important that the student keep up with the weekly reading so we can complete the class activities in 9 weeks. This shouldn't be hard because it is a fun novel that keeps the reader's attention. I have created class activities I think are meaningful and that the students will enjoy too. I will send the handouts out at the beginning of each week.
1 file available upon enrollment
Joined February, 2019
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238reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Slippery Rock University
Hello! My name is Christian Adams.
Follow me @christianadamstutoring to learn moreツ
I’m an experienced educator with over 20 years in teaching, including 10 years of tutoring children ages 8-15 in Math, Grammar & Writing, and Reading.
For the past 6 years, I’ve been working with students online at Outschool, focusing on simplifying essential skills in a fun and engaging way.
I hold Bachelor’s Degrees in Elementary and Special Education and am a certified K-8 Florida Professional Teacher. My approach centers on creating a positive, relaxed learning environment where children feel comfortable asking for help. I’m dedicated to addressing all learning needs and styles because I believe every child can succeed.
I transitioned from the classroom to focus on my own tutoring business, which allows me to work one-on-one with students, helping them grow and achieve their goals. I specialize in tutoring homeschoolers and unschoolers aged 8-15 in Math, Reading, and Grammar/Writing, as well as offering after-school support for classroom students. My group classes, especially my book clubs, are always a hit.
Outside of teaching, I enjoy reading, hiking, going to the beach, and coaching basketball. I’m passionate about making learning enjoyable and accessible, and I hope to see you in one of my private tutoring sessions soon!
Thanks for stopping by.
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Live Group Class
$180
for 9 classes1x per week, 9 weeks
55 min
Completed by 11 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-8 learners per class
