Percy Jackson’s The Lightning Thief Summer Book Club
We will have a blast reading & discussing this light-hearted fantasy novel by Rick Riordan, and making a lapbook that your child will create to remember important events from the book.
Christian Adams
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(238)
What's included
8 live meetings
7 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursGrading
They will have a completed lapbook that showcases their understanding and what we learned throughout the class.Class Experience
The Lightning Thief is a light-hearted fantasy about a modern 12-year-old boy who learns that his true father is Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea. Percy sets out across the United States to find the Underworld to stop a war between the gods, and become the hero. The book also provides a humorous, interesting introduction to the Greek myths. We will focus on reading the novel, engaging in thought provoking questions, and completing a variety of captivating activities, including making a lapbook that your child will create to recall important features of the book. A lapbook is an engaging way for students to assess their comprehension, while reading Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan. Some reading skills we will learn are analyzing the main character, identifying allusions, making connections, evaluating the novel, and extending our learning by researching Greek gods and writing our own Camp Half-Blood adventure. The age range for this class can vary a bit more than other classes, depending on reading ability and interest level. Schedule: Week 1 - Read Chapters 1 & 2 (read before this class starts) Review Vocabulary, Discussion, Summary and complete lapbook activities for Ch1 & 2 (in class) Week 2 - Read Chapters 3 - 5 (read before this class starts) Review Vocabulary, Discussion, Summary and complete lapbook activities for Ch 3 - 5 (in class) Week 3 Read Chapters 6 - 8 (read before this class starts) Review Vocabulary, Discussion, Summary and complete lapbook activities for Ch 6 - 8 (in class) Week 4 Read Chapters 9 -11 (read before this class starts) Review Vocabulary, Discussion, Summary and complete lapbook activities for Ch 9 - 11 (in class) Week 5 Read Chapters 12 - 14 (read before this class starts) Review Vocabulary, Discussion, Summary and complete lapbook activities for Ch 11 - 14 (in class) Week 6 Read Chapters 15 - 17 (read before this class starts) Review Vocabulary, Discussion, Summary and complete lapbook activities for Ch 15 - 17 (in class) Week 7 Read Chapters 18 - 20 (read before this class starts) Review Vocabulary, Discussion, Summary and complete lapbook activities for Ch 18 - 20 (in class) Week 8 Read Chapters 21 - 22 (read before this class starts) Review Vocabulary, Discussion, Summary and complete lapbook activities for Ch 21 - 22 (in class)
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The age range for this class can vary depending on reading ability and interest level.
If time permits, at the end of each class we may play a review game on one of the following-
Blooket https://www.blooket.com/play
Gimkit https://www.gimkit.com/join
Kahoot https://kahoot.it/
Students will be provided a game code for each game. They are not required to sign up or login, unless they choose to.
Supply List
Students will need a copy of the novel The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan. They will also need a file folder (any color), crayons or markers, a pencil, and scissors. Upon enrollment you will receive the first week's handouts that should be printed for class. I included a few pictures of the finished lapbook too, so you can see what we will be working on in class. This is a great book for a class literature unit. It is important that the student keep up with the weekly reading so we can complete the class activities in 8 weeks. This shouldn't be hard, because it is a fun novel that keeps the reader's attention. I will send the handouts out at the beginning of each week.
3 files available upon enrollment
Joined February, 2019
4.9
238reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Slippery Rock University
Hello! My name is Christian Adams.
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I’m an experienced educator with over 20 years in teaching, including 10 years of tutoring children ages 8-15 in Math, Grammar & Writing, and Reading.
For the past 6 years, I’ve been working with students online at Outschool, focusing on simplifying essential skills in a fun and engaging way.
I hold Bachelor’s Degrees in Elementary and Special Education and am a certified K-8 Florida Professional Teacher. My approach centers on creating a positive, relaxed learning environment where children feel comfortable asking for help. I’m dedicated to addressing all learning needs and styles because I believe every child can succeed.
I transitioned from the classroom to focus on my own tutoring business, which allows me to work one-on-one with students, helping them grow and achieve their goals. I specialize in tutoring homeschoolers and unschoolers aged 8-15 in Math, Reading, and Grammar/Writing, as well as offering after-school support for classroom students. My group classes, especially my book clubs, are always a hit.
Outside of teaching, I enjoy reading, hiking, going to the beach, and coaching basketball. I’m passionate about making learning enjoyable and accessible, and I hope to see you in one of my private tutoring sessions soon!
Thanks for stopping by.
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Live Group Class
$160
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-6 learners per class
