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Reading Book Club for 4th & 5th Grade - 5 Genres in 11 Weeks!

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Blooming with Mrs. Blake
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Join me in this ROCKIN' READER book club for the avid OR reluctant reader to improve & grow a love of reading as we read 5 books from different genres and discuss our thoughts as well as theme, plot, characters, setting & more!

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 5
  • Learners will grow reading comprehension abilities and communication skills as they read books from different genres and discuss themes, author's craft, fun facts, and more!
Mrs. Blake graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor's degree in early childhood education. Following graduation, Mrs. Blake earned her Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. While earning her degrees, Mrs. Blake was a substitute teacher for a variety of grades and a personal nanny for a family. After completion of both degrees, Mrs. Blake became a Texas certified teacher and ESL teacher. 

She has taught for over 6 years in the classroom in 3rd and 4th grade as well as tutoring for 10+ years grades PreK through 6th. Mrs. Blake has served on curriculum writing teams, leadership committees, and engages often in professional development to improve teaching abilities and learn best practices. Currently, Mrs. Blake is an in person homeschool cohort teacher for grades 1-4, teaches virtually, and is a private tutor. With ample time spent in the classroom and working with students, Mrs. Blake has a wealth of knowledge for teaching students and helping them grow.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: included
Feedback: included
Details: Learners will have 2 weeks to read each book, and a book companion guide will be provided for learners to complete while reading. A recommended reading pacing guide will be provided which includes having learners read 5-15 pages per day, depending on the book.
✅ Novel companion guides will be provided to be printed
✅ From an Idea to LEGO by Lowey Bundy Sichol
✅ Odder by Katherine Applegate
✅ Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein
✅ Ranger in Time: Night of Soldiers and Spies by Kate Messner
✅ Who Was (specific book from the series will be voted on by learners)

Learners are also welcome to listen to audiobook versions if you'd prefer.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
YouTube videos will be utilized for students to learn about the author and as we discuss different reading skills. 
Kahoot will be utilized for fun facts and trivia activities during class. No login is required.
Google Slides will be used during class to present information.
YouTube videos will be utilized for students to learn about the author and as we discuss different reading skills. 
Kahoot will be utilized for fun facts and trivia activities during class. No login is required.
Google Slides will be used during class to present information.

Books we will read...
✅ From an Idea to LEGO by Lowey Bundy Sichol
✅ Odder by Katherine Applegate
✅ Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein
✅ Ranger in Time: Night of Soldiers and Spies by Kate Messner
✅ Who Was (specific book from the series will be voted on by learners)
Joined October, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hi there! My name is Miss Brooke and I am a certified teacher with a Bachelor's Degree in PreK-6 Education and a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I earned both degrees from Texas A&M University (WHOOP!) I have a strong passion for... 

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Group Class

$88

for 11 classes
1x per week, 11 weeks
30 min

Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
4-9 learners per class

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