Read and Write a Book Report (for Dog Lovers)

In this class, students will:
1.  Identify the title and author of the chapter book, "Dogs and More Dogs."
2.  Name the "genre" of the chapter book as "nonfiction."
3.  Pronounce and define vocabulary words:   breed, canine, mammal, mastery, repetition, temperament, train
5.  Use a book report organizer to take notes and record information as they read the text.
6.  Describe the "main idea" and "details" of a text.
7.  Compare and contrast similarities and differences between "facts" and "opinions."
8.  Use information from the book report organizer to write a book report.

I am an engaging, interactive teacher who encourages discussion, offers guided skill practice, provides oral reading support, and offers positive feedback as learners practice and master new skills.  I incorporate the creative arts into instructional experiences to teach new concepts.  

My doctoral degree is in education. My teaching certifications include elementary education (K-8) as well as secondary (grades 7-12) communication arts, English, speech and theater, and science education. I have more than 30 years of teaching experience in traditional and online classrooms.  

As an Outschool teacher, my other classes include:
Art and Write:  Unicorns & Adjectives (Ages 7-12)
Art and Write:  Origami Dogs & Adverbs (Ages 7-12)
Read and Write a Book Report (for Art Lovers) (Ages 8-12)
Read and Write a Book Report (for Soccer Fans) (Ages 8-12)
Create an Awesome OUTLINE for a Speech, Presentation, or Report  (Ages 11-16)
Successful Teens: Create SMART Personal Goals  (Ages 13-18)
Teen Talk: How to Communicate and Resolve Conflict  (Ages 11-16)
Public Speaking for Teens - 10-Week Course (Ages 11-15)  
Public Speaking for Teens - 10-Week Course (Ages 15-18)  
Public Speaking - Private Tutoring with a TED Speaker  (All Ages)

As a TED speaker, seasoned teacher, school assembly presenter, and teen mental health consultant, I help youth and adults talk about tough topics like mental health awareness, bullying, and suicide prevention at school assemblies and conferences throughout the country.  

I empower youth with communication skills and goal-setting strategies. I am the author of an award-winning personal goal-setting book, Dreams to Action Trailblazer's Guide. Visit www.DrJulieConnor.com for more information.

Learners will use a book report organizer to complete a book report.  On DAY 1, they will read aloud "Dogs and More Dogs" and complete the book report organizer for homework.  On DAY 2, they will use information from the book report organizer to write a book report.  Learners will finish the book report for homework. Students may submit their book report organizer or book report to the teacher for feedback.

Class discussion, thumbs up / thumbs down, brainstorming, read aloud sharing, step-by-step check-ins of the book report organizer, guided practice to check for understanding, independent writing practice, book report, positive feedback from the teacher

1 hour 30 minutes per week in class, and an estimated 0 - 1 hours per week outside of class.

*  "Dogs and More Dogs," a nonfiction chapter book by Dr. Julie Connor, Ed.D. (the teacher of this class)
*  "Read and Write a Book Report (for Dog Lovers)" PowerPoint presentation (created by the teacher)
*  Book Report Organizer
*  Book Report Form