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Emily Windsnap Book Club for Fans of Friendship and Mystery
Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 6
Learners will spend 50 minutes each week discussing the various details of an Emily Windsnap book by Liz Kessler. During the meetings, learners will be encouraged to read with a purpose, share points of view and discuss literary themes. 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 theme,...
- Through the course of this multi-day summer book club, learners will learn to read and think critically, as well as how to defend their opinions and state their ideas respectfully. Students will also learn basic literacy ideas such as: plot, characters, setting and theme and be able to confidently discuss those elements by the end of the summer.
I hold a master's degree with an emphasis in reading. I teach special education and understand the necessity for lively lessons designed to hold learners attention.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Students will be expected to have completed reading each book listed above by the time of the lesson.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: These classes will not be assessed.
Learners are expected to obtain a copy of the book and think about the class topic while reading as much as they can before class.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
I use Canva as a presentation tool.
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 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-12
1-8 learners per class