Monsters and Mold : A Zoey and Sassafras STEAM Book Club
This is a fun and engaging book club for young readers who enjoy Science mixed with adventure. Learners develop skills in communication, the scientific method, comprehension, and vocabulary. Full of fun STEAM activities!
Kim Tzekos
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(431)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Welcome to our 4 - week STEAM Book Club!
This interactive book club involves discussions with peers in a friendly and encouraging environment. Learners will get to do an experiment in class and perform the scientific method, complete fun activities, learn vocabulary from the book, as well as answer and ask questions about the book. Learners are encouraged to share their feelings, ideas, and opinions about the book in a friendly setting. A great class for emerging readers who enjoy Science and adventure!
About the book:
"Zoey and Sassafras: Monsters and Mold" by Asia Citro is about Zoey, a young girl who enjoys learning and performing experiments. She meets a monster, named Gorp, who is in need of help. Gorp knew that Zoey could help him, and is desperate for Zoey to solve his problem. Will Zoey be successful in solving Gorp's dilemma on her first try? This book teaches about perseverance, friendship, and how the scientific method can help answer questions.
Please note that a read aloud will not occur in class. The entire book, or assigned chapters, should be read beforehand outside of class. The teacher will inform the learners what chapters will be discussed in the next class, as well as send the learners the comprehension questions for the following week to help them prepare.
The class schedule is as follows:
Week 1: Chapters 1 - 4 - vocabulary, comprehension questions, discussion, and a Venn diagram
Week 2: Chapters 5 - 7 - vocabulary, comprehension questions, discussion, along with the experiment
Week 3: Chapters 8 - 10 - vocabulary, comprehension questions, discussion, discussing the experiment result(s), Character Traits
Week 4: Chapters 11 - 13 - vocabulary, comprehension questions, discussion, and all about "perseverance"
**Please know that the course will commence even if there is only 1 learner enrolled.
Photo Credit: Jerry Wang in UnsplashLearning Goals
In this book club, learners will be able to develop skills in communication, the scientific method, comprehension, and vocabulary. This class includes fun STEAM activities that allow learners to harness Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math in an engaging and enjoyable manner.
Other Details
Supply List
A notebook and pencil can be helpful in class, but is not required. For the Science experiment, we will need: 1. one (1) piece of bread 2. two (2) clear containers, with a cover 3. a spray bottle (or a glass/cup) to hold a little amount of water 4. water These experiment materials are needed for the second week of class. Thank you!
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Learners will need to have an audio, digital, or hard copy (either purchased or borrowed) of "Zoey and Sassafras: Monsters and Mold" by Asia Citro, illustrated by Marion Lindsay. Here is a link to see the exact book : https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781943147144
Joined March, 2020
4.9
431reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Texas A&M University
Hi, I'm Teacher Kim! I have a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, and over 10 years of experience in informal education. This includes teaching at the National Aquarium in Baltimore and Disney's Animal Kingdom. I hold certifications for “Jane Goodall's Roots & Shoots Compassionate Leadership through Service Learning” and “Project WILD”. I am also a Homeschooling mom!
I enjoy teaching children and seeing how they learn, be empowered, and succeed. My goal is to teach in a fun, patient, inclusive and positive environment. I believe that it is important to introduce environmental conservation at a young age in order to help empower the individual in protecting nature and our planet.
Outside the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family, exploring nature, yoga, traveling, dancing, and SCUBA Diving. Conservation and education are some of my passions, and the classroom is a great way for me to share that with you! I look forward to meeting you. See you in the classroom soon!Reviews
Live Group Class
$45
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 11 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
1-6 learners per class
