Reading Comprehension Skills Book Club: 4th & 5th Grade
In this reading comprehension skills book club, students will read high quality texts at a fourth and fifth grade reading level as they practice their reading skills in a fun and engaging learning environment.
Ms. Kristin l BA l Masters in Elementary Ed
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(209)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 5
Intermediate Level
In this reading comprehension skills book club, students will read high-quality books as they practice fluency, comprehension, vocabulary skills, and more! All chosen books will be at a fourth/fifth grade reading level. This class will meet twice a week for two weeks. Students will be expected to read the selected books (reading agreed upon chapters prior to each meeting) independently outside of class. We will meet together after each section to discuss characters, setting, plot, sequence of events, make predictions, and complete activities aimed at building our reading skills. Class Structure For Each Meeting Will Follow This Format Before Meeting : Students will watch a recorded teacher-created introduction video prior to reading that will go over the course structure, introduce the text, and pre-teach any suggested reading strategies/note taking tips for the week. Students will come to class having read the selected chapters. 5-10 Minutes: Introduction and Informal Discussion Students will be encouraged to share their thoughts and ideas about the characters and setting. Discussions will be guided by the teacher, but student led topics are also welcome as they relate to the book. 10 Minutes: Book Club Style Questions (formal discussion) 10 Minutes: Activity - This will vary depending on the class number and the book - examples include character flip charts, interactive reading strategy note cards, illustrations, vocabulary comics, and more! 10 Minutes: During our final ten minutes, we will be making predictions, having closing discussions, and previewing the content for our next meeting. June Session 1 (June 3-14): Rules June Session 2 (June 17-28): Out of My Mind July Session 1 (July 1-12): Fish in a Tree July Session 2 (July 13-26): Friendle Books must be either purchased or borrowed from the library prior to class. We will not be reading full chapters together during our class time.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
All books are chosen with the age and grade level in mind. Please feel free to preview content prior to purchasing to ensure that these books are a great fit.
Supply List
Book Club book (must purchase or borrow a copy prior to class) Notebook Sticky Notes Pen, Pencil, Crayons, Markers
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.9
209reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hello, and welcome to Outschool! My name is Ms. Kristin. I am a licensed elementary school teacher with my Masters Degree in Elementary Education for grades 1-6. I absolutely love teaching! I have taught grades 3, 4, and 5 in a brick-and-mortar school for over eight years and have been teaching online, too, for the past four years. As a classroom teacher, I have become very familiar with elementary subjects for grades 1-5 and their corresponding standards in math, English, reading, writing, science, social studies, and test prep. Familiarity with different grade levels allows me to differentiate my instruction and guide students to higher levels of thinking as they master grade-level concepts and seek to enhance their skills. My lessons are based on Common Core State Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards.
Qualifications & Licenses:
*Licensed Elementary School Teacher
*Curriculum Development
*TEFL
*Masters In Elementary Education
*ESL Online Education
*CCSS & NGSS Alignment Committees
Educational Philosophy:
I believe that students succeed when they are engaged, valued, and when lessons are personalized in some way to each individual student. During each lesson, I use positive reinforcement and gentle guidance to ensure students feel safe sharing their ideas. I strive to foster an inclusive and relaxed classroom environment and encourage students to participate, learn from each other, and have fun with the materials.
I am excited to get the opportunity to teach your child, and hope to see them in the classroom soon!
-Ms. KristinReviews
Live Group Class
$40
weekly or $80 for 4 classes2x per week, 2 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
4-10 learners per class
