Adventures in Reading: Upper Elementary Book Study
In this 15-week, self-paced class students will read popular middle grades book, define vocabulary words, practice reading comprehension skills, & recognize literary elements (plot, characters, problems, etc.)
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What's included
15 pre-recorded lessons
15 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
2-4 hours per week. Students are expected to: watch class videos, complete Blookets, read, define vocabulary, and answer reading comprehension questions weekly.Assessment
Blookets are used gauge reading comprehension skills. The instructor will reach out if scores are below 70%.Grading
Grades offered upon request. Please reach out to instructor at the start of the course for additional information :).Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Not only is reading an essential life skill, but it can be a source of entertainment. In this course, students in 4th, 5th and 6th grade dive into classic novels for this age group. Through completing class activities, students will practice reading comprehension skills, identifying plot events, describing characters, determining problems, defining vocabulary words, and recognizing themes in books. Each week a to-do list will be posted with instructions for the week (watch the background videos, read, answer questions, define vocabulary, watch answer videos, complete Blooket quiz). The teacher will review submitted work and Blooket scores and provide weekly progress report messages on Fridays (if work was completed). The following books will be read: Fantastic Mr. Fox by Roald Dahl Summary: A clever story about a sneaky fox, who steals from farmers to feed his family. Frindle by Andrew Clements Summary: A humorous story about Nick Allen's ongoing word battle with his language arts teacher, Mrs. Granger. Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbit Summary: A coming of age story where a young girl, Winnie, meets a family with a dangerous secret. Number the Stars by Lois Lowry Summary: A World War II story of friendship about Annemarie and her friend Ellen during Nazi occupation in Copenhagen. Among the Hidden by Margaret Haddix Summary: A futuristic story about a boy, Luke, who is not supposed to exist, and the risks he takes.
Learning Goals
*Students will improve their reading comprehension skills by answering questions and viewing video lessons*Students will gain knowledge of new vocabulary words by completing a graphic organizer
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum15 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Chapter 1-10- focus on reading comprehension, vocabulary, characters, plot, and important quotes. Lesson 2:
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Chapter 11-18 -focus on reading comprehension, vocabulary, characters, plot, and important quotes. Lesson 3:
Frindle
Chapter 1-5 -focus on reading comprehension, vocabulary, characters, plot, and important quotes. Lesson 4:
Frindle
Chapter 6-10 -focus on reading comprehension, vocabulary, characters, plot, and important quotes. Other Details
Learning Needs
This course accommodates those with ADHD, Autism, dyslexia, dysgraphia, etc.).
Pre-reading videos and answer key videos are included.
Message the instructor for additional accommodations :)
Parental Guidance
Fantastic Mr. Fox- the farmers try and shoot Mr. Fox and knock his tail off
Tuck Everlasting- Mae Tuck hits the man in the yellow suit over the head with a shotgun and he eventually dies.
Number the Stars- is based in Denmark during WWII. Nazis are mentioned and one of the main characters is Jewish.
Among the Hidden- There is a population control law in place
Pre-Requisites
Student should be reading at a 4th grade reading level.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree in English from Centenary College
Teacher is a certified Teacher of English (K-12) and Reading Specialist (P-12) with over ten years of teaching experience. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$17
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Ages: 9-12
