Early childhood specialist and middle grade writer combining a desire to creating lifelong readers with my knowledge of birds to build a classroom full of wonder and excitement

Growing Readers

Miss Robin

Full refund until the class begins, or within 24 hours of purchase (until class starts), then a pro-rated refund based on the number of meetings.

Flexible

English

In this multi-day course learners will take turns building fluency, comprehension, and retention by reading aloud from a middle grade novel. We'll discuss what we love about the story while also exploring structure, plot, theme and voice. 

Begin the book, work on fluency and comprehension

Session 1

Work on retention by reminding ourselves of the story and stating what happened in the pages read for homework. Continue reading, and working on fluency and comprehension. Discuss point of view. Who is telling us the story? How does that affect what we, as readers, get to know?

Session 2

Work on retention by reminding ourselves of the story and stating what happened in the pages read for homework. Continue reading, and working on fluency and comprehension. Discuss characters--what they want and what stands in the way of them getting what they want. Discuss possible foreshadowing.

Session 3

Work on retention by reminding ourselves of the story and stating what happened in the pages read for homework. Continue reading, and working on fluency and comprehension. Discuss characters--what choices are they making? What consequences do we foresee?

Session 4

Work on retention by reminding ourselves of the story and stating what happened in the pages read for homework. Continue reading, and working on fluency and comprehension. Discuss characters--what is frustrating them? How are they dealing with it? 

Session 5

Work on retention by reminding ourselves of the story and stating what happened in the pages read for homework. Continue reading, and working on fluency and comprehension. Discuss plot. We are halfway through the book. What possible foreshadowing has proven to be true? What has surprised us so far?

Session 6

Work on retention by reminding ourselves of the story and stating what happened in the pages read for homework. Continue reading, and working on fluency, comprehension, plot and character development

Session 7

Session 8

Session 9

Session 10

Session 11

Work on retention by reminding ourselves of the story and stating what happened in the pages read for homework. Finish the book and discuss over all plot and character arcs. Discuss what we liked, what we would change, which parts of the book made us think, and what questions we still have.

Session 12

Let's Read: Strange Birds by Celia C. Perez-Novel Exploration, 3rd to 5th Grade

Each week, learners read a short story, discuss key concepts, and complete a writing assignment to improve reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary. Boost fluency and critical thinking in this fun, interactive ELA class. Enroll today!

Read Along Book Club: Boosting Fluency, Comprehension, and Vocabulary in ELA

Wild Prairie Learning

Early Education

This class is intended to give students supplemental reading time over the summer and through the school year. 

Read-Along Reading Practice!

Ayla Adams

I will read a picture book slowly and share the photos of the page as I go. The book will focus on new words, specifically eight, weight, and height.

Read Along, Hear a Story and Learn New Words!

Isabella Rodriguez

Finding 20 minutes each day to listen to your learner read aloud can be a challenge for busy families.  Let me help!   In this one-on-one class, I will listen to your learner read while providing help with fluency and comprehension.  

Read to Me -  Read Aloud Reading Practice One on One - Fluency Comprehension

Rachel Guritz

In this 1:1 reading class, your student will receive an entirely personalized session to help boost their reading skills!

One-On-One Read Aloud Class

Nicole Trusky

In this weekly class, learners will read copyright free short stories to practice fluency and comprehension. 

Read-Aloud Adventures

Wild and Unstructured Learning

Get ready for a roarin’ good time! In this 4-week FLEX class, learners enjoy a weekly animal-themed read-aloud and fun activity. Explore the jungle, ocean, farm, and more while boosting listening and comprehension!

Summer Reading Club: Let’s Read Together! (Animal Themed)

Tracy Cox

In this weekly class, learners will read copyright free short stories to practice fluency, word solving strategies, and comprehension. 

Reading just 20 minutes a day has many benefits.  I would love to read with your learner and help them become better, more confident readers. 

Read With Me- 1:1 Class

Kim Stalker M.Ed. NBCT

This class can meet as often or as infrequently as you would like. Studies show that reading 20 minutes a day can improve comprehension, fluency and vocabulary! 

Come Read with Me!

Mrs. Borell Reading Specialist M.A.

By request only, this ongoing one on one class will provide individual attention to young readers at any reading level.

Read to Me Private Session

Rachel Elizabeth

Let's read the book, Hatchet, by Gary Paulsen! In this 4 week summer camp, we will read and discuss this fun and exciting book about a boy lost alone in the woods. We'll reinforce reading comprehension, vocabulary, and discussion skills.

Reading Summer Camp- Hatchet 

Ms. Emi

In this class we will read a Franklin book and draw one of the characters together. 

Lets Read and Draw With Franklin!

Ms.Elaine

Come and read a Dav Pilkey Dog Man book each week whilst developing phonics, fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, writing and much more! Come on adventures with Dog Man, Petey, Lil' Petey and others. ESL Friendly.

One-To-One 1:1 Dog Man Reading

Let's Go Learning!

In this 10-week course, learners will read aloud "Clementine" by Sara Pennypacker. Each class will also include hands-on activities that focus on building comprehension, fluency, and decoding skills.

Clementine: Interactive Read Aloud

This 1-on-1 class (with a **Certified Teacher**) provides students with their recommended 20 minutes of reading practice for the day!  Also great for ESL, EAL, ESOL, ELL and EFL learners!

Read to Me!  20 Mins of Daily Reading May = Higher Overall Academic Achievement 

Adams Academy

A read aloud camp focused on fluency, comprehension and reading retention. Using the Chicken Squad books, we will learn how to recognizing story cues, talk about character traits and plot twists, make predictions, & do exploratory writing

Semester of Story Decoding: Comprehension, Retention, & Written Observation 

In this multi-day course learners will take turns building fluency, comprehension, and retention by reading aloud from a middle grade novel. We'll discuss what we love about the story while also exploring structure, plot, theme and voice.

Let's Read: Otto P. Nudd by Emily Butler-Novel Exploration for 3rd to 5th Grade

An on-going reading club designed to promote fluency and reading comprehension. Learners will read aloud twice a week from the wing filled pages of The Last Firehawk series, starting the book on day one and finishing it on day two 

Let's Read Together: The Last Firehawk - Multi-Syllabic and Story Decoding 2x/Wk

Grab a snack and a comfy chair and settle in for some stories with Snickers. A great way to unwind after a busy day. Engaging read alouds, fun story discussions, and the occasional parrot antics. (Kindergarten, first, second, third grade, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd)

Story Time With Snickers the Macaw

An on-going reading club designed to promote fluency, retention, & reading comprehension. Learners read aloud from the bird filled pages of Owl Diaries, a series created to help kids shift from leveled readers to chapter books

Let's Read Together: Owl Diaries Book Club - Short Word, Multisyllabic and Story Decoding

In this one to one, or two to one reading class, your learner will receive personalized instructions in letter sounds, blends, sight words, sentence fluency, and reading comprehension to help them build a strong reading foundation.

Reading Tutoring, Private Lesson for One or Two Learners 2x a Week

A summer reading club designed to promote fluency and retention. Learners will dive into the wing filled pages of the Dragon Masters series. An alternative to Magic Tree House, Dragon Masters is perfect for growing and maintaining readers

Let's Read Together: Dragon Masters Summer Camp Book Club

Reading Tutoring, Private Lesson for One or Two Learners 3x a Week

An on-going reading club designed to promote fluency and reading comprehension. Learners will read aloud from the sparkle filled pages of Unicorn Diaries, a new series by the creator of the Owl Diaries built to help kids shift from leveled readers to chapter books. 

Let's Read Together: Unicorn Diaries Book Club- Short Word, Multisyllabic and Story Decoding 

Social Studies

Dive into the world of the Dragon Masters, comparing and contrasting it to the world we live in. Learners will spend class time exploring real world history and geography, the mythology of dragons, and the newest of Dragon Masters’ stories

Exploring the Dragon Masters Series: Advanced Study of Story and Setting

Next book: Today I Will Fly!  
A reading club designed to build phonic and sight word knowledge. Learners will take turns reading aloud from the Elephant and Piggie series, level one readers, by Mo Willems. 

Let's Practice Reading! Elephant & Piggie Book Club - Short Word and Multisyllabic Decoding

Science & Nature

Learn about the taxonomy and biology of birds while also learning about your favorite Pokémon from the popular anime and game. This is a three lesson self-paced course, with one short "bonus" lesson at the end.

Pokémon Science: Exploring Birds

Lauren James

In this self-paced course, your learner will explore amazing facts about penguins, parrots, birds of prey, ratites, and flamingos. Discover where they live, how they find and catch food, how they woo potential mates, and more!

Future Zoologist Academy: Birds | Explore 5 Unique Birds | FLEX Class

Sarah Skebba

This group is a place to share with others who love birds, your videos, pictures, drawing, observation of backyard birds or other birds you are interested in, with challenges and lots of games, quizzes, and other fun interactions.

Crazy for Birds: Bird Watchers Group

Carol Cobb, AKA Creations & Inspirations LLC

Discover birds from all over the world and learn fun bird facts while developing birdwatching skills. This is a great class for young bird lovers!

Bird Nerds: Learn Bird Science & Watching From Around the World

Krystal Smith

Arts

In this online drawing class for homeschool children ages 9 to 13, students will learn to draw and color 20 common backyard birds while discovering interesting facts about each one.

Homeschool Art Class: Draw Common Backyard Birds With Fun Bird Facts

Art EduVentures with Julie Moses

In this one time course, students will learn about biomimicry and how people have benefited from the amazing designs found in nature.

How Science Imitates Nature - Let's Learn From Birds (One Week Self Paced Class)

Jeffrey R, BA, TESOL, TEFL

Calling all animal lovers! Uganda is a bird lovers paradise due to being home to over 1,000 different species of interesting birds! This interactive FLEX class will cover some of the most interesting and unique bird species of Uganda. 

Fascinating Birds of Uganda (FLEX) 

Kristin McKnight Vargas

Get ready to take flight with animals around the world! Every lesson we will explore a  different species of bird, with high-energy, jaw-dropping visuals that'll bring these feathered friends of the  kingdom to life. 

Birds - Animals Around the World Zoology

Silly School With Teacher Greg

In this 6-week course, learners will research different birds and select one to draw and present. 

Ornithology RDP: Research, Draw, & Present Different Birds! 6Wk 

Dr. Lopez

Does your learner love biology, science, and birds? Be prepared to travel the world learning about the many bird species that have adapted all over the planet. New groups of animals within Ornithology (Study of Birds) are explored weekly!

Birds of the World - Feathered Friends From Land, Air, and Sea! (Animal Science)

Greg Korczak B.S.

This on-going class meets once a week. Students will sketch birds using basic shapes and shading techniques. Students will learn art concepts including soft strokes, values, proportions, shading and highlights.

Colored Pencil Sketching - Beach & Shore Birds: Penguin, Flamingo, Puffin, Heron

Young Art: Art Education, Fashion Design, Coding

In this class, we will research and discuss 12 different birds from different parts of the world.

Ornithology Beginner R1: Research & Discuss Birds From Around the World! (9-11)

In this camp, learners will research and discuss different birds from around the world and prepare a presentation on their favorite bird. 

Ornithology Camp 1: Research and Discuss Birds From Around the World! (Age 9-11)

In this one time class we will learn about eagles, especially the Bald Eagle, through discussion and activities. Budding biologists will take a look at eagles characteristics and learn more about them scientifically!

Let's Read: Strange Birds by Celia C. Perez-Novel Exploration, 3rd to 5th Grade

Miss Robin

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