Newberry Medal Book Club - From the Mixed up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
Dive into the mysterious and thrilling adventures of Claudia and Jamie as they explore the secrets of the NYC Metropolitan Museum of Art! Spark your imagination and creativity through interactive discussions, activities, and projects.
Mrs. Weaver - M.S. Ed - Experienced Teacher
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(2)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1-2 hours per week. Class discussions and participation in various challenges.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Intermediate Level
We will read the Newberry Honor book, From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. Students will be challenged to complete short note-taking, writing, and other projects after each class to make personal connections and help prepare for upcoming meetings. The teacher will provide slides, video clips, facilitated discussions, and games to play through Gimkit.com. NOTE: There is no need to create an account on Gimkit, as students just need to enter a code provided by the teacher in order to play the game. Here are some valuable summaries of this book from parents' perspectives. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews/from-the-mixed-up-files-of-mrs-basil-e-frankweiler
Learning Goals
Build on reading comprehension skills by analyzing multiple literary elements including: setting, character traits and development, conflict/solutions, figurative language, theme, symbolism, and sequencing plot events through discussions and challenges.Review a wide variety of literary elements through thoughtful discussions and writing challenges while covering a variety of CCSS standards and nurturing a love of learning.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)1 Unit
4 Lessons
over 2 WeeksUnit 1:
Lesson 1:
Introduction - Chapters 1-3
*Introduce ourselves.
*Read a short excerpt from the book together
*Make a plan of action for the rest of our classes as we cover this novel
*strategies for new vocabulary - 4 square
*strategies for new vocabulary words
*review character traits
*review genres of literature - fiction, non-fiction, realistic fiction, fantasy
*describe the setting (now vs. then - city life vs. rural life, etc.) 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapters 4-6
*analyze character traits - main characters (Claudia, Jamie, Mrs. Frankweiler)
*discuss the difference between protagonist and antagonist
*character conflict (internal vs. external)
*vocabulary strategy review and share one new word
*character traits
*What would you say if you could give that character advice? 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Chapters 7-8
*quick review of plot events in sequential order using a graphic organizer
*Writing Workshop - Tense moments in the story that keep us on the edge of our seats
*overall conflict in the story and rising action/climax
*Writing Workshop - Write a paragraph in a situation where you overcame a tense moment. Keep us on the edge of our seats. Use at one simile or metaphor in your scene. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Chapters 9-10
*Character Growth and Development
*Discuss and determine themes of the novel
*Gimkit celebration game
*Share presentations 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need a copy of each novel beforehand, which can be easily purchased through Amazon, local bookstores, or checked out at the library.
There is no required reading for the first lesson, but after that first session, students should keep up with the assigned chapters and assignments.
Other supplies: *Paper and writing utensils
*Sticky notes or notecards (any size)
*Whiteboard and dry-erase markers/erasers (THIS IS OPTIONAL)
*Teacher printouts (OPTIONAL). Students can just read over them if you don't have a printer.Joined May, 2023
5.0
2reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I recently retired after teaching for 25 years in elementary public schools. Through those teaching years, I taught all subject areas in grades 2nd-6th. I was one of two teachers who designed and taught a new elementary S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) curriculum in several schools. My other experiences include being a reading intervention specialist and working with various academic student teams, including Math Club, Lego Robotics, Destination Imagination, and Chess Club. I've been certified professionally through the Alabama Reading Initiative and Alabama Math, Science, & Technology Initiative. I also have 4 years of experience teaching ESL classes to students in China. I have many professional interests that I love to share with my students. My goal in teaching is always to find unique ways to ignite students’ interest and help them become lifelong learners. My current certifications include a highly qualified teaching certificate in Alabama, a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality from Oklahoma State University, and a Master of Science in Elementary Education from Troy State University. Please let me know if you have any questions or schedule requests, and I will be glad to contact you!!Reviews
Live Group Course
$40
weekly or $80 for 4 classes2x per week, 2 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
1-6 learners per class
