Flora and Ulysses Read Aloud Book Club
Join in to read and discuss Kate DiCamillo's wonderful novel Flora and Ulysses aloud together.
Lisa Bagchi
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(109)
What's included
9 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
The only homework may come about if we are behind in our shared reading due to lively discussion. This may mean a small bit of independent reading, but generally not more than a chapter or two per week.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
The benefits of sharing a story aloud are immeasurable. In this class, we will meet three times a week to read aloud and reflect together on Kate DiCamillo's Newbery-award winning novel Flora and Ulysses. This is one of the most wonderful stories to come out of the last twenty years of children's literature, and I love sharing it with kids. I will read aloud, and will invite students to read aloud as well. Reading aloud is optional; some may want to simply listen, and that is fine! We will also stop to reflect on the story as we go. I will ask questions throughout our study, some that will invite critical thinking, and some that will be simple check-ins for comprehension. Each student should have a copy of the Kate DiCamillo novel for the class. Below is the general breakdown of chapters that will be covered through the meetings, but this can vary depending upon discussion. Week 1: Class 1: Chapters 1-7 Class 2: Chapters 8-14 Class 3: Chapters 15-21 Week 2: Class 1: Chapters 22-28 Class 2: Chapters 29-35 Class 3: Chapters 36-42 Week 3: Class 1: Chapters 43-49 Class 2: Chapters 50-57 Class 3: Chapters 58-68
Learning Goals
Students will grow in...
Reading comprehension
Reading interest
Ability to read critically
Other Details
Supply List
Each student will need to have a copy of Kate DiCamillo's Flora and Ulysses at every class meeting. The book can be bought or borrowed and can be paper or electronic.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
5.0
109reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Michigan Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Hello!
My name is Lisa Bagchi, and I run many different classes on Outschool. Favorites include reading classes that center around discussion of theme, character, diction, and whatever else we can find, as well as creative writing groups in which we explore ideas through the written word, share work, and offer encouraging feedback.
I am a certified English/language arts teacher and have been a middle and high school teacher for over a decade. In addition to core English, I've created and taught many elective courses, including Poetry Out Loud, Flash Fiction and Fairy Tale Studies. I am also a private reading and writing tutor.
I believe that learning and play are deeply interwoven. I aim to create a feeling of community and joy in my classes, and to foster a supportive dynamic among learners. I love watching students light up, laugh, work through challenges, and become more confident learners.
I am also mom to a wonderful nineteen year old and a huge animal and nature lover. My favorite activities include pizza and a movie or playing cards with my son, my daily walk with my dogs, Moka and Floki, and sitting by the lake near my house with a good book. I also have three cats, one of whom likes to follow Moka and me on our walks if she catches us leaving! Moka may just show up in my Outschool classes from time to time...and a kitty or two may sneak in as well.
Hope to see you there!Reviews
Live Group Class
$72
for 9 classes3x per week, 3 weeks
30 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
2-6 learners per class
