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Magic Tree House #4 Read Aloud Adventure

Completed by 3 learners
Ages 6-10
Live Group Course
In this 5-week course, learners will read aloud "Pirates' Treasure!" 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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Live video meetings
1x per week, 5 weeks
2-8 learners per class
45 min

What's included

5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hours
Homework
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
Ahoy, young adventurers! Set sail on a thrilling 5-week journey with Magic Tree House #4: Pirates’ Treasure! Join Jack and Annie as they travel back in time to meet daring pirates, hunt for treasure, and uncover secrets on the high seas.

Each week, we’ll dive into two exciting chapters, explore the story through fun discussions, and tackle hands-on projects like creating pirate hats, designing treasure maps, and even building mini ships. Along the way, you’ll solve mysteries, share your ideas, and bring your creativity to life.

Whether you're a landlubber or a seasoned explorer, this book club is packed with adventure, discovery, and a treasure trove of fun! Ready to hoist the sails and join the crew? Let’s go!

Learning Goals

Students will improve their reading comprehension, fluency, and decoding skills.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
5 Lessons
over 5 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Dive Into the Adventure (Chapters 1–2)
 Discussion Topics:
Meet Jack, Annie, and the Magic Tree House.
Predict where they’re going based on the book cover.
What is Jack’s role versus Annie’s role in their adventures?

Activity: Create your own "Magic Tree House Passport."
Include space to log locations they visit in the story.
Use markers or colored pencils to decorate.

Mini-Project: Draw a picture of the treehouse with your favorite imaginary destination. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The Treasure Hunt Begins (Chapters 3–4)
 Discussion Topics:
What clues do Jack and Annie find about pirates?
How does the author make the story feel exciting?
What would you do if you saw a pirate ship?

Activity: Make a mini treasure map.
Use brown paper (or crumple white paper for an aged look).
Draw landmarks and a route to the "treasure."

Mini-Project: Write a short pirate code or set of rules for your treasure map. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Danger on the High Seas (Chapters 5–6)
 Discussion Topics:
How do Jack and Annie work together to solve problems?
What do pirates seem like in the story? Are they scary or fun?
Why do you think pirates are so popular in stories?

Activity: Create pirate hats out of paper.
Use newspaper or construction paper, decorate with pirate symbols.

Mini-Project: Write a short story (3–5 sentences) about being a pirate for a day. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
A Narrow Escape (Chapters 7–8)
 Discussion Topics:
How do Jack and Annie get out of trouble?
What is the most surprising part of the story so far?
What would you have done differently in their situation?

Activity: Build a small "pirate ship" using household items (e.g., popsicle sticks, paper, or foil).
Test if it floats in a sink or tub!

Mini-Project: Write or draw a message in a bottle that Jack and Annie could send. 
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
"Pirates' Treasure!" 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
"Pirates' Treasure!" by Mary Pope Osborne

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Alabama Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ambria Parrish
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Melaney Kosarek
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ms. Kristen
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Ms. Kristen
Kansas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Barbara (Ms Bobbi) Wells
Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Barbara (Ms Bobbi) Wells
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Lianne
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Molly Thomas
Texas Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Patricia Trevino
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Patricia Trevino
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Patricia Trevino
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Andrea Snow
Texas Teaching Certificate
Andrea Snow
Texas Teaching Certificate
Lara Chomout
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Yinghui S McClellan
Master's Degree in Education from University of West Alabama
Ambria Parrish
Master's Degree in Education from Saginaw Valley State University
Melaney Kosarek
Master's Degree from Duke University
Ms. Jo Anna
Master's Degree in Education from American International College
Ms. Kristen
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Houston-Clear Lake
Diane Sullivan
Master's Degree in Education from Lesley University
Andrea Snow
Master's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Patricia Trevino
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Ottawa
Ankur Mishra
Master's Degree in Special Education from Moreland University
Robbie Cox-Chatman
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Montevallo
Ambria Parrish
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Mount Holyoke College
Ms. Kristen
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Asbury College
Barbara (Ms Bobbi) Wells
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Furman University
Ms. Jo Anna
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Longwood University
Molly Thomas
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Diane Sullivan
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Patricia Trevino
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Whitworth University
Andrea Snow
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Angelo State University
Lara Chomout
Bachelor's Degree from Angelo State University
Lara Chomout
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Bohai University, China
Yinghui S McClellan
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from University of Missouri
Robbie Cox-Chatman
Teachers will have at least 5 years of experience teaching reading to lower elementary students.

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