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Harry Potter's Magical Book Study
Jump into a magical world of witchcraft and wizardry with Harry Potter and take part in his exciting adventures and quests. We will study the novel Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone and experience the magic of the story together.
Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Intermediate Level
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone was released over 20 years ago and it quickly became one of the most popular novels amongst readers of all ages. From the exciting adventures to the loveable characters, this novel has something for everyone. We will spend the next 10 weeks together, immersing ourselves into the novel and discussing it as a group. We will spend time working on key vocabulary and comprehension skills. Each week students will also have a focus task to work on a specific...
10 lessons//10 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Chapters 1 and 2- Group discussion about the chapters we have read. - Discuss key vocabulary - Ask and answer questions about the story - Making Predictions Focus ActivityWeek 2Lesson 2Chapters 3 and 4- Group discussion about the chapters we have read. - Discuss key vocabulary - Ask and answer questions about the story - Visualization Skills Focus ActivityWeek 3Lesson 3Chapters 5 and 6- Group discussion about the chapters we have read. - Discuss key vocabulary - Ask and answer questions about the story - Setting Focus ActivityWeek 4Lesson 4Chapters 7 and 8- Group discussion about the chapters we have read. - Discuss key vocabulary - Ask and answer questions about the story - Character Traits Focus ActivityWeek 5Lesson 5Chapters 9 and 10- Group discussion about the chapters we have read. - Discuss key vocabulary - Ask and answer questions about the story - Perspective Focus ActivityWeek 6Lesson 6Chapters 11 and 12- Group discussion about the chapters we have read. - Discuss key vocabulary - Ask and answer questions about the story - Figurative Language Focus ActivityWeek 7Lesson 7Chapters 13 and 14- Group discussion about the chapters we have read. - Discuss key vocabulary - Ask and answer questions about the story - Summarization Focus ActivityWeek 8Lesson 8Chapters 15 and 16- Group discussion about the chapters we have read. - Discuss key vocabulary - Ask and answer questions about the story - Point Of View Focus ActivityWeek 9Lesson 9Chapter 17- Group discussion about the chapters we have read. - Discuss key vocabulary - Ask and answer questions about the story - Character Development Focus Activity - Plot Focus ActivityWeek 10Lesson 10Wrap Up and Culminating Task- Wrap up discussion about the novel - Present chosen Culminating Task
- Students will be able to discuss the chapters they have read and answer comprehension questions about it.
- Students will be able to demonstrate understanding of prediction, visualization, setting, character traits, perspective, figurative language, summarization, point of view, character development, and plot.
I am a certified Elementary K-6 Teacher and have been teaching for the last ten years. I have my Reading Endorsement for K-12 and my ESOL endorsement. I have also done training for teaching ESE students.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: Available upon requestFeedback: Available upon requestDetails: Each week, students will need to read the assigned chapters of the book before the class meeting. There will also be short assignments to complete with each chapter before our meeting so that students will be prepared to discuss what they have read with the group.Assessment
Frequency: Available upon requestDetails: At the end of the course, students will be given a Task Choice Board (pdf) and they will select one culminating task to complete about the novel. This will be done outside of class meetings. All students will be required to complete a task from the Choice Board.
Students need to be able to read texts fluently on their own at a minimum of a 3rd grade level.
Students will need their own copy of the book "Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone". You can use the links below to help you purchase your student's copy: Amazon https://a.co/d/0d4Ffox6 Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/harry-potter-and-the-sorcerers-stone-j-k-rowling/1143017727?ean=9781338878929 Students will also need a printed copy of the novel study packet to complete the required assignments for each week. They will need to have these assignments with them each class to be able to discuss their work.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K.Rowling
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Joined February, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hi! My name is Chelsea and teaching is my passion. I am a certified elementary teacher with 10 years of experience in a variety of grade levels. I love to provide my learners with an engaging and interactive learning environment and I believe this...
Group Class
$8
weekly or $80 for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-8 learners per class
