Magic Tree House #3 Read Aloud Adventure
In this 5-week course, learners will read aloud "Mummies in the Morning" by Mary Pope Osborne. Each class will also include hands-on activities that focus on building comprehension, fluency, and decoding skills.
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What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Learners might need to finish their projects outside of class time.Progress Report
Progress reports as available upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Join Jack and Annie on their time-traveling adventure to Ancient Egypt! In this five-week book club, students will explore Mummies in the Morning through interactive read-aloud sessions, engaging discussions, and creative hands-on projects. We’ll practice reading fluency, improve expression, and dive into the mystery of pyramids and mummies with fun, imaginative activities each week. Teachers and students must purchase their own copies of "Mummies in the Morning" by Mary Pope Osborne.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their reading comprehension, fluency, and decoding skills.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Welcome to the Tree House
Chapters 1-2 (Back into the Past and Oh, Man!)
Activities:
Create your own Magic Tree House with paper and markers.
Discuss how Jack and Annie prepare for their adventure.
Skills Focus:
Practice reading with expression and fluency during the interactive read-aloud. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Ancient Egypt Awaits
Chapters 3-4 (Meow! and The Dead Queen’s Tomb)
Activities:
Decode hieroglyphs: Write your name or a secret message using an Ancient Egyptian alphabet.
Discuss Ancient Egypt and what surprises Jack and Annie discovered.
Skills Focus:
Emphasize pacing and fluency during group reading. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
The Puzzle of the Mummy
Chapters 5-6 (The Mummy and Gasp!)
Activities:
Build a mini paper pyramid: Decorate it with “carvings” that tell a story.
Role-play: Act out a short scene from the chapters using props like scarves and hats.
Skills Focus:
Encourage dramatic expression and intonation. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Racing Against Time
Chapters 7-8 (The Scroll and Back to the Future)
Activities:
Treasure Hunt: Solve clues around the "pyramid" to find Jack and Annie’s scroll.
Share your favorite moments from the book and predict how it will end.
Skills Focus: Practice reading aloud with confidence and clear articulation. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The book is about a magic tree house with books that take the characters back in time.
Supply List
"Mummies" by Mary Pope Osborne Paper Pencil Coloring Supplies Art Supplies All materials and supplies needed will be posted at least one week in advance.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
"Mummies in the Morning" by Mary Pope Osborne
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Teacher expertise and credentials
10 teachers have teaching certificates
Alabama Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Kansas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Texas Teaching Certificate
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
9 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of West Alabama
Master's Degree in Education from Saginaw Valley State University
Master's Degree in Education from American International College
Master's Degree from Duke University
Master's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Ottawa
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Houston-Clear Lake
Master's Degree in Education from Lesley University
Master's Degree in Special Education from Moreland University
11 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Montevallo
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Mount Holyoke College
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Asbury College
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Furman University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Longwood University
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Whitworth University
Bachelor's Degree from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Bohai University, China
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from University of Missouri
Teachers will have at least 5 years of experience teaching reading to lower elementary students.Reviews
Live Group Course
$95
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-10
2-8 learners per class
