Reading Comprehension Bookclub: Novel Study 1 - Sideways Stories From Wayside Sc
Class experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Class Structure (4-week flex class with pre-recorded instructional videos): - Learners will read through the novel (Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar) in 4 weeks following the pre-determined schedule, but it is fine to read ahead. Please get a copy of the book from the bookstore or library. - Learners will watch one or more instructional videos each week related to reading comprehension techniques and strategies for completing the weekly tasks. - Learners will submit...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Week 1chapter 1-8, discussion question, Venn diagrams to compare characters, reading comprehension activityWeek 2Lesson 2Week 2chapters 9-15, discussion question, t-chart for character analysis, reading comprehension activityWeek 3Lesson 3Week 3chapters 16-22, discussion question, crossword puzzle for vocabulary review, reading comprehension activityWeek 4Lesson 4Week 4chapters 23-30, reflection on reading content, reading comprehension activity
This class is taught in English.
- Learners will develop and improve on reading comprehension skills. Although many learners read for fun, it is important to read with a purpose. This ensures learners can understand the reading material and are prepared for future reading exams in school. - In this flex class, learners will learn to skim read, scan read, recall details, answer true or false questions, answer multiple-choice questions, provide short answers/written responses, create Venn diagrams, t-charts, compare and contrast ideas/characters, and do lots more. - Learners will also be able to practice a variety of learning strategies including attention to detail, organizational skills, time management, self-discipline, proper communication and etc.
- Miss Annet is a certified Teach English as a Second Language teacher in Canada. She also has a Master of Arts in Cultural and Educational Studies.
Homework Offered
- Weekly instructional video - Weekly assigned reading (chapters) - Weekly tasks to share as a discussion post with the class1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
- Learners will need to have a copy of the book: Sideway Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar (available at bookstores and libraries). - If learners would like to complete the tasks/handouts digitally, they can use Adobe or Microsoft Office. - If learners would like to complete the tasks by hand, they can print the handouts, complete by hand, and take a picture for submission. - If learners don't have a printer and would like to complete the tasks by hand, they can use their own paper, and take a picture for submission.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
- Learners may need caregiver assistance in accessing Quizziz the first time for the reading comprehension game.
- Learners will need to have a copy of the book: Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar (available at bookstores and libraries).
Hello everyone, I'm Miss Annet. I hope to see your children in my book clubs and writing courses. Overview of the classes: - reading and writing for age 7 - 15 - for book clubs, students will need to find a copy of the book - learner-focused,...
Self-Paced Class
$10
weekly or $40 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher feedback
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Completed by 8 learners
Ages: 9-14
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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