Reading & Writing Fun Club
In this club learners will read and discuss books by their favorite authors over a bowl of popcorn or other favorite snack. Young readers will also complete book reports and share their stories and engage in fun literary games.
Cheryl Carter Creative Classroom
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(180)
What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
Optional book reports- copy posted in Outschool classroomClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Enjoy your popcorn and read a book! In this club learners will read and discuss books by their favorite authors over a bowl of popcorn or other favorite snack. Young readers will also complete book reports and share their stories with other club members. Social , reading and writing skills will be emphasized in this class. Reading, writing and reasoning skills will be the focus of this club. This club is especially designed to keep young learners reading because each week club members will engage in fun activities that are meaningful. The instructor will ask open-ended questions that build thinking skills. Young readers may bring to class any book they choose to share. This is a learner-directed class. Learners will determine the content of the class within the margins of the class format. Picture books, early reader chapter books and preteen novels are the main focus of this club. Readers will be given book report sheet once they register for class; the sheet will be posted on the wall. Young readers will learn how to write using the teacher-made book report sheet. Club members will also write book reports and share them with the class each week. Young readers will bring to club ANY book they may be reading to share them with the club. This is a student-led club that encourages young learners to share their reading and writing experiences with others. Books titles may be emailed to the teacher before class to screen any potential problematic or sensitive subjects. A list of Newberry, Caldecott and NY Times best selling children's book titles will be provided such parents desire suggestions. Class book sharing rules are as following: (1) We will only share books that honor one another and all people. (2) We will only share books that are positive and encouraging to others. (3) We will only share books that will not offend others. The rules were made to keep the class fun for everyone. Weekly Class Schedule/ Format: Ice breaker and introductions: 1-2 minutes Sharing of favorite parts of the book- 5 minutes Book reports by club members – 8-10 minutes Literary Games- Learners will play “Pitch Your Book” and other literary games– 9 -10 minutes Wrap-up; 1 minutes
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The class rules noted above (in the class description) states the class rules in the affirmative. Children will share the title of the book to the teacher. I will determine if the book is appropriate to be shared. I will also have activities planned for students if a book is not appropriate.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2018
4.7
180reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Cheryl R. Carter is a busy homeschooling mother, author, speaker and a college professor with a passion to help others write well. She teaches English and Creative Writing classes and has written broadly on a variety of subjects. She is the author of several books including Organize Your Life, Essential Writing Skills for the College Bound Student, Inspire the Writer in Your Child and Organize Your AD/HD Child. In addition to writing fiction and poetry in her spare time, she blogs regularly on issues of clarity in written communication and the family. She has a BA in English Literature and a MFA in Creative Writing and has done graduate study in Special Education. She has a Certificate in College Admission from Columbia University. She has also written literary guides and won academic awards for her writing. Her books have been translated into Hebrew, German, Czech and Polish are selling well internationally. Carter's curriculum and writing classes focus on equipping students with the vital skills for lifetime communication success. Her curriculum and classes are marked by a sense of depth yet simplicity that nurture a love of writing in students. She has also worked in the area of racial equity with nonprofit groups and is skilled in conflict resolution. Carter enjoys teaching almost as much as she enjoys learning. Her enthusiasm is contagious; she enjoys inspiring her students to think, learn and grow! Reviews
Live Group Class
$14
weekly1x per week
25 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
10-18 learners per class
