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Four Day Reading Comprehension & Literary Response Camp; Middle School Prep
Marisa Hammond Olivares; (GT, ELA, ESL, ELL, SPED)
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4-day Summer Camp; Enjoy reading, improve critical thinking skills and interpretation: classical short stories with in-class assessments of literary devices and content-based writing prompts (short answers). Fun classic literature!
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 6
Intermediate Level
Welcome! This supplemental reading camp will meet for 4-days and is best suited for 5th - 6th-grade students. Small-Group Instruction This allows me to work closely with each student to evaluate students' learning strengths, locate gaps in their reading development, and tailor lessons focused on specific learning objectives. LEARNING SESSIONS Students will experience a combination of direct instruction, note-taking, discussion, reading, writing, vocabulary, and the application of skills. In...
4 lessons//1 Week
Week 1Lesson 1Day One: The Griffin and the Minor Canon; Part OneDay one will include: ~ An introduction of myself, camp goals and expectations. ~ Explanation of vital vocabulary. ~ Review of the literary focus: Characterization, motives, relationships, and inferencing. ~ Review of the reading comprehension questions (test-taking strategies). ~ An interactive narration and annotation of the first half of the passage. All participants will be encouraged to join in the read aloud. This will help me determine understanding and fluency development.Lesson 2Day Two: The Griffin and the Minor Canon; Part TwoDay two will include: ~ A summary of day one. ~ Completion of the second half of the passage. ~ Guided discussion of the plot. ~ In-class assessment; multiple-choice and writing prompt. ~ Any unfinished assessments will become independent homework.Lesson 3Day Three: The Water of Life; Part OneDay three will include: ~ Explanation of vital vocabulary. ~ Review of the literary focus: Theme, characterization, perspective, and motives ~ Review of the reading comprehension questions (test-taking strategies). ~ An interactive narration and annotation of the first half of the passage. All participants will be encouraged to join in the read aloud. This will help me determine understanding and fluency development.Lesson 4Day Four: The Water of Life; Part TwoDay four will include: ~ A summary of day three. ~ Completion of the second half of the passage. ~ Guided discussion of the plot. ~ In-class assessment; multiple-choice and writing prompt. ~ Any unfinished assessments will become independent homework. ~ Closing remarks and discussions.
Improve reading comprehension, develop analytical skills, and nurture higher-order thinking.
About me - ~ I have taught multiple grade levels for over 20 years. ~ I have taught English Language Arts in middle school for 15+ years. ~ I am ELA certified for grades 4th through 8th. ~ I am certified as a generalist in Early Childhood - 4th Grade. ~ I am certified in ESL for grades Early Childhood - 12th Grade. ~ I am certified in Special Education for grades Early Childhood - 12th Grade.
Homework Offered
I plan for a significant portion of the work to be addressed, discussed, and completed in class; however, some formative reading and writing opportunities may be expected beyond the boundaries of our online class time. I ask my parents to please encourage their learners to accept these independent challenges, as the purpose of these assignments is to promote literary growth.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Informal & Formative assessments are a natural part of my teaching style.Grades Offered
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(266)
My English courses are centered around thought-provoking critical reading skills, effective writing, and verbalizing one's interpretation of a literary text. I believe in living, laughing, and learning. My learning goals are for my students to...
Group Class
$55
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
4-8 learners per class
