Mrs. B's Semester Book Club: Let’s Read Anne of the Island!
Calling all kindred spirits, let’s enjoy Lucy Maud Montgomery’s splendid third novel in the Anne series!
Mrs. B, ELA Teacher, B.of Ed.
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5.0
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What's included
8 live meetings
6 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. -Reading of the novel is done as homework before each meeting(If the text is too hard for your child to understand, parents should feel free to read sections aloud to the child for better enjoyment of the novel.) -Learners will be required to do the following assignments prior to each meeting and be prepared to share their work verbally at book club meetings: -pick a short paragraph from the assigned chapters to read aloud to the class -describe the setting for each of the assigned chapters(where and when) -list the characters involved in the assigned chapters -A template will be provided for learners to record the above assignments for each meeting -A fun scrapbooking activity will take place during each class but students may choose to work on their scrapbook pages in between classes as much as they would likeAssessment
Assessment will be ongoing throughout each class. As we discuss the book I will be asking various questions which will determine learner comprehension and engagement. Adjustments and communication will be made when needed to ensure each learner is reaching the above learning goals.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Hello kindred spirits, are we ready for more Anne? Yes please! After two years of teaching near Green Gables, Anne is all grown up! She is off to further her studies and find adventure in another province, Nova Scotia. Have no fear, Green Gables in Prince Edward Island is still a special and important place in this third novel too! As we follow Anne to Redmond College, we will see Anne's horizons open up. Join me and other kindred spirits as we read "Anne of the Island", where Anne finds independence, searches her heart, and finally discovers where she belongs and her one true love! Ah, the romance, wink wink! I look forward to sharing my own firsthand experiences and descriptions of Eastern Canada, especially Prince Edward Island AND Nova Scotia. I am blessed to own a 1904 farmhouse on PEI’s north shore, and I have travelled throughout Nova Scotia(including the world famous Peggy's Cove)! In addition to reading the novel "Anne of the Island", learners will have the opportunity to create their own set of scrapbook pages based on scenes from the novel. It will be an exhilarating activity indeed! Learners will read sections of the book prior to each meeting. Our classes will typically follow this pattern: Review of main events(plot), description of the setting for each section, and students will take turns reading aloud paragraphs from the novel(selected by learners prior to class). We will work on our fun scrapbooks at the end of every meeting! Eight Week Schedule Outline First Week: Meeting #1: Introductions, discuss chapter one Second Week: Meeting #2: discuss chapters 2-6 Third Week: Meeting #3: discuss chapters 7-12 Fourth Week: Meeting #4: discuss chapters 13-18 Fifth Week: Meeting #5: discuss chapters 19-24 Sixth Week: Meeting #6: discuss chapters 25-30 Seventh Week: Meeting #7: discuss chapters 31-36 Eighth Week: Meeting #8: discuss chapters 37-41, present our scrapbooks, say our farewells!
Learning Goals
Learning Goals:
-become interested and dedicated to a series of books(studies show that children who finish a series of books perform better in school and are more likely to become lifelong readers)
-analyze, relate to, discuss, and ENJOY the main character Anne Shirley and her growth from the first and second novels of the series
-read short paragraphs aloud and practice fluency and expression
-learn to select meaningful paragraphs to read
-learn about PEI and Nova Scotia, Canada
-enjoy a bond with fellow readers
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents please note that there are instances in the novel of subtle racist character descriptions which were more commonplace during the time frame the book was written. It will be pointed out in class that racism in any form should never be acceptable, and will provide the opportunity for a candid discussion on how we should not tolerate subtle racism. Thank you parents for working together with me to develop these essential skills and attitudes in your children.
Also, please feel free to read the book aloud to learners if the vocabulary or reading level proves too challenging, in fact this is highly encouraged. Reading aloud to your child is a wonderful experience for everyone.
Supply List
-A copy of the novel “Anne of the Island” from your local public library, or buy the novel at a book store or online(Amazon or EBay) -A template for Book Club homework will be sent as a PDF attachment -Suggested Scrapbook Supplies: an inexpensive journal for the scrapbook, scissors, glue or scrapbook tape, card stock and/or patterned paper, stickers, stamps,etc. Students may use whatever scrapbook and crafting supplies they have on hand at home to create several “Anne of the Island” themed pages. Perhaps learners may also want to buy a few special embellishments or accessories at a store that sells scrapbook supplies(Michael’s, Walmart, Target, Dollar Store).
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a certified teacher with over 26 years of experience in Canadian classrooms. I specialize in Middle Years English and have led hundreds of book clubs with countless students. I have truly enjoyed every minute of it. Perhaps most telling of all, I have been enthralled with Anne Shirley my whole life...so much so, that I went to Prince Edward Island and bought a farmhouse there!! Reviews
Live Group Class
$104
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Completed by 45 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-5 learners per class
