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"Pony" by R.J. Palacio: A Literature Circle Based Book Discussion
Mrs. Russell, M.S. Ed.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(365)
Students will read the book "Pony" by multiple award-winning author R.J. Palacio and will hold a weekly student-led discussion, rotating prepared roles and presenting to the group.
Class experience
US Grade 6 - 9
If you loved "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio, you might consider giving her newest book a try. This story is entirely different in scope, themes and context. Please see Amazon description below for a summary. Current and Former students of mine: If you loved any of the Lauren Wolk Literature Circles classes, this book is for you! I read it in TWO sittings. I could not put it down. *Please note: Due to the student-led discussion format of this class, the smallest size that will work well is...
This class is taught in English.
This specific course is geared toward higher level thinking. Each literature circle role is directly connected to the 11 elements of critical thinking: big ideas, rules, trends, patterns, language of the discipline, ethics, relationships over time, details, unanswered questions, across disciplines and multiple perspectives. Week 1: Introductions to one another, the book/author and to Literature Circles and expectations. Week 2: Read Chapter 1, pages 1-21 (21 pages) and complete you job assignment in preparation for class discussion. Week 2: Read Chapters 2 and 3, pages 25-77 (52 pages) and complete you job assignment in preparation for class discussion. Week 4: Read Chapters 4 and 5, pages 81 - 131 (50 pages) and complete you job assignment in preparation for class discussion. Week 5: Read Chapters 6 and 7, pages 135 to 167 (32 pages) and complete you job assignment in preparation for class discussion. Week 6: Read Chapters 8 and 9, pages 171 to 221 (50 pages) and complete you job assignment in preparation for class discussion. Week 7: Read Chapters 10 and 11, pages 225 to 272 (47 pages) and complete you job assignment in preparation for class discussion.
Homework Offered
The student will read approximately 45 pages per week and complete his/her "job" in order to be ready to present to the group each week.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Informal/observational assessment and feedback are available upon request.Grades Offered
A copy of the book for the duration of the course. https://www.amazon.com/Pony-R-J-Palacio/dp/0553508113/ref=sr_1_1?crid=I4ZSMJ4UB50O&keywords=pony+rj+palacio&qid=1641493224&sprefix=pony+rj%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-1 Documents provided by the teacher, to be printed off by the student in preparation for class each week. Documents will be posted on Google Drive. Access to a google account is necessary.
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(365)
Hello and Welcome! **Beginning August of 2024 I will no longer be teaching classes during the school year months, as I have taken a job teaching full-time at a middle school. I will still be offering classes in the summer months. Please reach...
Group Class
$126
for 7 classes1x per week, 7 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
4-7 learners per class
