Learners will improve their vocabulary.
Learners will improve reading comprehension through visualization, making connections, and exploring themes.
Learners will ask and answer questions and practice speaking and listening. 
Learners will use critical thinking skills to solve puzzles in a digital escape room. 

I have read this book to my 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders every year for the past 6 years. It is a beloved book, containing deep themes. 

Homework Offered
Optional projects will need to be completed between classes. 
After Class Project Week 1, bring to our second meeting to share: Create your own “Terrible Things Can Happen to You” comic strip. You can find some examples on page 14. You can create a new one, or use one from the book. Your comic should contain drawings and words. 
After Class Project Week 2, bring to our third meeting to share: Create a set of Superhero trading cards! These can be a combination of known superheroes (Batman, Superman, etc.) and ones you have created! On each card, include a colored picture of the superhero as well as information about their superpowers, special items, outfits, and the origin of their name. You may want to check out pages 34-36 in the book to find out some information about superheroes!
After Class Project Week 3, bring to our fourth meeting to share: Create a Poetry Pen! All you need is:
- ink pen
- colorful duct tape
- pipe cleaners
- large quill feather
Tape 2-3 pipe cleaners and a quill feather to the end of the pen using the duct tape. Bend the pipe cleaners creatively!
After Class Project Week 4, bring to our fifth meeting to share: Create your own donuts! You can build them from paper, play dough, or anything that you find around the house. Write a brief description of the flavors, toppings, and fillings! 
After Class Project Week 5, bring to our sixth meeting to share: Build your own superhero! It can be a person, animal, or thing. What super powers will it have? Draw or build it using things around your house.

If learners would prefer to draw their projects instead of build them, they are welcome to! 
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered

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