Magic School Bus Reading & Writing Explorers: Science Quests in Comprehension
Dive into the world of science with the Magic School Bus series! Each week, your child will embark on an exciting reading adventure, exploring scientific wonders. Through interactive discussions and written responses, we enhance reading com
New Horizons Academy - SAT & ACT Prep - ELA
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4.8
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What's included
1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. If students do not have time to complete the written summary/reflection during the final part of class, they are welcome to complete it after class and submit it to their teacher for feedback.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 3
Beginner Level
Welcome to "Magic School Bus Reading & Writing Explorers: Science Quests in Comprehension"! Each week, we'll delve into the captivating world of science with a different Magic School Bus book. Designed for students in grades 1-3, our class fosters a love for reading and strengthens essential reading comprehension and short-form writing skills. What Will Be Taught? Through the Magic School Bus series, students will develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, and writing skills. Each week, we'll cover a new book, discussing scientific concepts, asking and answering questions, and concluding with personalized reflections and/or book summaries. Class Structure: Our class meets weekly, covering one book per session. The curriculum is carefully crafted to align with the engaging and educational Magic School Bus series. Students can expect a blend of interactive discussions, question sessions, and creative writing activities. The class will begin with a fun and engaging class poll, followed by a Scholastic-approved read-aloud of the book with pauses throughout to discuss important points of the story. Afterwards, students will have the opportunity to answer reading comprehension questions and write a short summary of the book and/or a reflection of what they liked or did not like about the book as additional guided writing practice. Teaching Style: As an educator, my approach is dynamic and student-centered. I facilitate engaging discussions, encourage active participation, and provide constructive feedback on written responses. The goal is to create a positive and inspiring learning environment. Interaction and Engagement: Students will actively engage in discussions, polls, games, and writing activities. Lectures are minimal, replaced by interactive elements like activities, active reading, and group discussions. Learners will have the opportunity to interact with both the content and their peers, fostering a collaborative and enjoyable learning experience. Join us for a class where science meets literacy, sparking curiosity and excitement in young readers! Please note that we have obtained expressed written permission from Scholastic to use the Magic School Bus series in our curriculum. Class Schedule: Week of March 3, 2024 The Magic School Bus at the Waterworks Week of March 10, 2024 The Magic School Bus Inside the Earth Week of March 17, 2024 The Magic School Bus Inside the Human Body Week of March 24, 2024 The Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System (The Magic School Bus On the Ocean Floor was covered in a previous week.) Week of March 31, 2024 The Magic School Bus in the Time of the Dinosaurs Week of April 7, 2024 The Magic School Inside a Hurricane Week of April 14, 2024 The Magic School Bus Inside a Beehive Week of April 21, 2024 The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip Week of April 28, 2024 The Magic School Bus Explores the Senses Week of May 5, 2024 The Magic School Bus and the Science Fair Expedition Week of May 12, 2024 The Magic School Bus and the Climate Challenge Week of May 19, 2024 The Magic School Bus Explores Human Evolution
Learning Goals
By the end of this class, students will enhance their reading comprehension and writing skills through engaging exploration of the Magic School Bus series. Through weekly discussions and written reflections, learners will develop a deeper understanding of scientific concepts while cultivating a passion for literacy.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Third-Party Tool:
Lumio by SMART
This tool will be utilized to make the direct instruction/lecture times interactive, including polls, games, individual practice, and whole-class whiteboards. Students may join as a guest by typing their name in at the start of the lesson. Those who want to access the materials after class may sign in with a Google account, but it is not required for this class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
We have obtained expressed written permission from Scholastic, Inc. to use and read aloud books from The Magic School Bus series for the educational purposes of this class.
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in English from Emporia State University
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Hi! My name is Brittney. I received my Associates Degree in Elementary Education and my Bachelors Degree in English. I love working with kids and have experience with all ages.
I am a wife and mother of four, ages 9, 6, 4, and 1, and the oldest of eight. I have been both a nanny and babysitter as well. Through my past employment and own kids, have gained experience with children with speech delays, autism, and ADHD. I have also worked as a classroom volunteer and ESL instructor.
I love reading and writing and am a total bookworm. I also love dogs and cooking. My kitchen and my reading chair are my happy places!
My teaching philosophy is that every child is different and my job is to make sure to embrace those differences to make the education experience the best for all the children. I also want to make sure I do my best to foster a love of reading in my students because, "if you can read, you can do anything!"
Qualifications:
-Associates in Elementary Education
-Bachelors in English
-Former ESL instructor
-Experience with all ages
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Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
35 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
2-6 learners per class
