Students will learn to find the setting, the plot, various events, theme and characters.  Students will learn to pick out important aspects of the story and to recall and talk about the story in chronological order.   Students will identify what is happening in the story, and why certain things are happing in the story--how different actions are related.   I will encourage students to be avid readers.

I have a Master's Degree, am semi-retired, and now I work with students from kindergarten through high school as a substitute teacher, afterschool tutoring, have written plays and skits with students, and have taught on-stage acting classes.   he plays have presented to the public in theaters and schools.
My philosophy: “No one can take away your education.”  
I encourage students to have fun learning and to take ownership in their education.
I have a great rapport with students.  I enjoy telling stories, sports, and camping.  I hear from kids and parents, “Where do you get your energy?”  See you in class.   Teacher James

The Story for this class is "Rico".  Authored by me... Teacher James and student Jacob.