Ms. Norma's Book Nook: Mercy Watson to the Rescue | Month Long Book Club
Ms. Norma's Book Nook is a book club tailored for children aged 5-8. Through engaging activities like arts and crafts, vocabulary-building games, and more, young readers embark on a journey to foster a lifelong love of literature!
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Each week, children will be tasked with reading 1 chapter of the book independently, or with an adult, before we meet again. The pages have fairly large writing and generally have a picture on each page so it shouldn't be too much reading. They will also be asked to either write a sentence or two about their favorite part of their independent reading and/or make an illustration to share at the beginning of the next class.Class Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 2
Beginner Level
Please see syllabus for detailed descriptions of each week's activities. Welcome to Ms. Norma's Book Nook, where young readers embark on a magical journey through the pages of captivating stories! Our book club is designed for children ages 5-8 who are eager to explore the wonders of literature in a fun and interactive environment. Each session is filled with engaging activities, lively discussions, and memorable experiences that ignite a lifelong love for reading. Features: Interactive Reading Sessions: Each week, children gather in a cozy and welcoming space to embark on a journey through the pages of specially selected books. Led by Ms. Norma, reading sessions are filled with expressive storytelling, character voices, and interactive elements that bring stories to life. Creative Activities: Ms. Norma's Book Nook is not just about reading; it's about experiencing stories in meaningful ways. Each session features hands-on activities such as arts and crafts, dramatic play, games, and storytelling exercises that complement the themes and characters of the books. Vocabulary Building: As a parent and educator, I believe in nurturing strong literacy skills from an early age. Through engaging vocabulary-building exercises and word games, children expand their language proficiency while having fun with new words and expressions encountered in the books. Building Friendships: Ms. Norma's Book Nook fosters a sense of belonging and camaraderie among young readers. Children have the opportunity to share their thoughts, ideas, and favorite book recommendations with their peers, building friendships and connections through their shared love of reading.
Learning Goals
Cultivate a lifelong love for reading.
Enhance literacy and language skills.
Promote creativity, imagination, and critical thinking.
Foster social-emotional development and empathy.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Chapters 1/2 & Character Traits and Setting
Introduction to the book "Mercy Watson to the Rescue" by Kate DiCamillo.
Vocabulary Exploration: snuffle, moan
Read aloud Chapters 1 and 2.
Character Traits and Synonyms: Talk about the characters introduced and play a synonym game.
Craft Activity: Mercy Watson and Toast synonym craft 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapters 4/5 & Fact vs. Opinion
Recap of Chapter 3 that was read independently.
Vocabulary Exploration: opinion, uncertain, crisis
Read aloud Chapters 4 and 5.
Fact vs. Opinion: Children will work together to decide whether statements are fact or opinion.
Craft Activity: Create Mercy Watson bookmarks using craft materials like paper, markers, and stickers. Write one fact about pigs on the bookmark. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Chapters 7/8 & Story Sequencing
Recap of Chapter 6 that was read independently.
Vocabulary Exploration: wailed, dashing
Read aloud Chapters 7 and 8.
Sequence of Events: Children will digitally arrange sequence of events in the correct order. They will be encouraged to narrate the story as they sequence the events.
Craft Activity: Create a Mercy Watson inspired pig mask. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Finishing the Book & Story Retelling Through Art
Recap of Chapter 9 that was read independently.
Vocabulary Exploration: porcine, wonder
Read aloud Chapters 10-12.
Story Through Art: Using art supplies such as paper, crayons, and markers, children will create a visual representation of their favorite scene from the book. Afterward, they will share their artwork and explain why they chose that particular scene.
Wrap-Up and Reflection: Discuss the book as a whole. Ask questions about favorite parts, characters, and lessons learned. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
--We will be reading Mercy Watson to the Rescue by Kate DiCamillo. You can order the book on Amazon or borrow it from your local library, either the physical or digital version. I will be sharing the digital version of the book on my screen during class. --Notebook or paper --Pencil and eraser --Drawing supplies (paper, crayons, markers, etc) --Occasional page to be printed before class, if a printer is unavailable, I will do my best to accommodate and help the student complete the activity without it. No worries.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Howard University
Bachelor's Degree in Human Development Family Studies from Howard University
I have a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Howard University. After graduation I taught one year in 2nd grade before moving to join the kindergarten team for 5 years. I decided to leave the classroom when my first son was born but my passion for teaching and learning have never dissipated. I now homeschool both of my sons, ages 6 and 9 and have taught multiple online classes since 2020, including book clubs!Reviews
Live Group Course
$15
weekly1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
2-6 learners per class
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