Let's Read Aloud Book Club for Reading Comprehension, Fluency & Vocab 6th-8th
This book club is different because we read a pre-selected book in class (and chapters at home). We focus on vocabulary, fluency practice, reading comprehension skills, critical thinking skills, and group discussions. #academic
What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
Students will be assigned reading pages. After finishing each book, students will be given a book review worksheet to fill out and share with their parents.Assessment
Although I do not offer a formal assessment, I am happy to provide my anecdotal classroom notes and observations.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner - Advanced Level
Use code LEARN9L4PX5 to save $5 today! * Students do need a copy of the book or Kindle edition for this class. Does your student love to read or would you like them to read more? Do they need reading fluency practice or assistance with reading comprehension? We know reading is essential to a student's success and this book club encourages reading as a part of our daily life. However, this is not your ordinary book club! During each class, we will read the book round-robin style (think small reading group). This allows students to practice their reading fluency and allows me to assist students as needed. Students will also hear the teacher read while participating in the round-robin reading. Reading does not stop in the classroom, students will be assigned chapters to read at home. A reading book club is a great opportunity for students to strengthen their reading comprehension, discover a variety of literary genres, exposure to new vocabulary, increase critical thinking skills, infer information, make personal connections, practice reading fluency, learn how to discuss what they are reading and so much more. Students will be provided a "Building Vocabulary Through Reading Worksheet" and an Active Reading Worksheet to use during the reading of the book to help enhance their educational experience while reading. The books chosen for this class are mostly on a 6th-grade reading level. We do choose books we feel are appropriate for all students, however, we appreciate everyone has different thoughts and values. Therefore, I encourage you to please visit commonsense media or another outlet to make sure you feel the books are appropriate for your child. If your child is enrolled in the class, that is your acceptance of the book for your student to read. I am a big fan of the library and gently used books. However, I also realize we are busy and Amazon can be helpful so I provide the links to the books to be purchased through Amazon. These are affiliate links so I do earn a small commission to help me purchase more books if you use these links ***Students do need a copy to read. As an organization, we have a wonderful team of teachers. We are kind, encouraging, and patient teachers who love reading and sharing our passion for reading with students of all ages. We are here for your student so please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We communicate with our families periodically throughout class with feedback, suggestions, or general comments. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Check out some of the PARENT REVIEWS "Highly recommend this class! The teacher is engaging with each child and very friendly. The books she picked are wonderful too. My son ended up really looking forward to reading and attending each class." N.N "The teacher listened to each child read as they took turns and provided help or correction as needed. She asks them questions to test their comprehension of the material. We will be continuing with the book club." M.R ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Here are the books we will read - I have included Amazon links to make it easy for you to find the right book. If you use these links, I do earn a small commision from Amazon that helps me buy more books to read with my students. :) However, you are in no way obligated to use these codes. September - Wednesday Wars By Gary D. Schmidt https://amzn.to/3T3arUc October - The Tiger Rising By Kate DiCamillo https://amzn.to/3sJWZeg November - Holes By Louis Sachar https://amzn.to/44HergW December - The Giver By Lois Lowery https://amzn.to/3T87LER Happy Reading! Happy Learning! We also offer other book clubs - Monthly Book Club - We read one book a month but have two classes to discuss the first half and the second half. https://outschool.com/classes/lets-read-book-club-for-3rd-4th-and-5th-grade-mRpCDoyQ?usid=AR3cuFFE&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link Avid Reader Book Club - We read two books a month and discuss. https://outschool.com/classes/avid-reader-book-club-read-two-books-a-month-grades-4th-5th-and-6th-ydM12jmh?sectionUid=ae613cec-a415-4fd8-a96d-c4f10773762b&usid=AR3cuFFE&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
Learning Goals
Students will work on -
Vocabulary Building
Using Context Clues for Unfamiliar Vocabulary
Fluency
Independent Reading Skills
Reading Comprehension
Active Reading Skills
CCSS/CCRA.R.1
Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text.
CCSS/CCRA.R.2
Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas.
CCSS/CCRA.R.3
Analyze how and why individuals, events, and ideas develop and interact over the course of a text.
CCSS/CCRA.R.10
Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently.
CCSS/CCRA.L.4
Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Let's Read
In this class, we will briefly get to know each other, discuss class expectations, discuss notes about the author, make reading predictions, and start the book together. I will also discuss the "Building Vocabulary Through Reading worksheet" and "Class Notes Worksheet". The chapters to read for next week will be shared at the end of class. (These are not shared beforehand as I am unsure how far we will get during the class reading time.)
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Let's Keep Reading
In our second class, we will discuss the chapters the students were required to read at home. After our brief discussion, we will begin reading together. The chapters to read for next week will be shared at the end of class. (These are not shared beforehand as I am unsure how far we will get during the class reading time.)
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Let's Read Some More
In our third class, we will discuss the chapters the students were required to read at home. After our brief discussion, we will begin reading together. The chapters to read for next week will be shared at the end of class. (These are not shared beforehand as I am unsure how far we will get during the class reading time.)
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Let's Finish the Book
In our fourth class, we will discuss the chapters the students were required to read at home. After our brief discussion, we will begin reading together to finish the book. After completing the book we will have more discussions and I will ask comprehension questions. Students will also provide their rating of the book. After class, students will receive a book review, additional comprehension questions, and a reading log.
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
I recommend parents do their own research on the recommended books. I like to use www.commonsensemedia.org. If your child is enrolled in the class, that is your consent that you approve of the book.
Supply List
Learners will need a copy of the book.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
6 teachers have teaching certificates
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Mississippi Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Doctoral Degree in Education from University of Louisville
Master's Degree in Education from Ashland University
Master's Degree in Education from American College of Education
7 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from University of Kentucky
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Walsh University
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Georgia
Bachelor's Degree in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences from Armstrong Atlantic State University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Arizona Global Campus
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University
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Live Group Course
$65
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-8 learners per class