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Self Paced Book Study- Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School

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Ages 9-13
Self-Paced Course
In this four part novel study, learners read a fun book about Greg's "old school" technology free adventures This class is for all learners, but it contains supports for students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning disabilities.
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:
(898 reviews)
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4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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What's included

4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
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Assessment
A self assessment will be posted at the end of class. A narrative evaluation is available if requested within one week of our final class section. This evaluation will be based on the self assessment and the learner's participation in class activities.
Grading
A narrative evaluation is available if requested within one week of our final class section. This evaluation will be based on the self assessment, class participation and the work submitted in class,

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 7
Beginner Level
This self paced class is for all learners and  includes supports for learners with learning differences who need low reading level high interest books to develop reading fluency and comprehension.  In "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School"  by Jeff Kinney join Greg Heffley for some "technology free" misadventures.  Learners will read about 50 pages of this accessible graphic novel per unit.  

Students will respond to what they read using creative projects and class discussion to support writing development and comprehension.  Throughout the class students have the opportunity to share their own experiences and critically analyze the text.

Learner will also practice executive function skills by creating a business plan, using a time block planner to make a plan for spending 24 hours without technology, and making a packing list.

***Be sure to let me know if you need additional time to complete the course.  I can extend the teacher comment period.

Learning Goals

Learners will read and analyze "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School" and also practice their writing skills and executive function skills by participating in a number of fun and practical activity challenges.

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Old School = Tech Free
 Greg's Mom decides that the entire community should go "tech free".  Learners practice their executive function skills by creating a concrete time block plan for living without technology for 24 hours. 
Lesson 2:
Adventures in Business and Volunteering
 As Greg endures his technology break, he decides to start a business.  Will it be successful? Learners have the opportunity to develop a simple business plan. 
Lesson 3:
Welcome to Hardscrabble Farms!
 Greg's family has a tradition of enduring the world's most challenging sleep away camp experience.  Learners will create a packing list of things that would make Greg's camp life easier. 
Lesson 4:
Will Greg Survive His Stay?
 Greg and his friends are challenged to practice their survival skills.  Learners are challenged to master and demonstrate a survival skill. 

Other Details

Learning Needs
This class is designed to support students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning disabilities with a fun low reading level book. Students can use graphic organizers, create videos, or draw to respond to class posts and videos.
Parental Guidance
I may provide Google Docs that learners can make a copy of and edit for their own use. Learners can review using Kahoot! All these are COPA compliant third party resources that do not require an account to use.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
"Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School" by Jeff Kinney. Business Plan Resources: https://bizkids.com/ https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/business_plan_template

Meet the teacher

Joined June, 2020
4.7
898reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
California Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from University of California, Santa Cruz
Bridget Smith is a teacher and parent with ADHD.  Her focus on Outschool is supporting students with ADHD, other neurodiverse learners, and  students with learning differences.  She has taught over 5000 learners, including  neurodiverse teens, with ADHD and other learning differences here on Outschool.  She is a credentialed teacher who has taught preschoolers through adult learners.  Bridget is credentialed by the State of California to teach K-12 Students.

Reviews

898 total ratings, 469 with reviews

Review summary for this teacher
The reviews overwhelmingly praise the teacher, Bridget Smith, for her engaging and patient teaching style, her understanding of neurodiversity and ability to connect with neurodiverse students, and her creative and innovative approaches. Many students found her classes enjoyable and helpful, particularly in building confidence, developing skills like note-taking, organization, and writing. Parents appreciated her personalized instruction and the supportive learning environment she fostered.
This summary was AI-generated from parent reviews
Our HS-aged son found the note taking strategies super helpful. Thank... 
Christi C.on Feb 11
The class was very informative and helpful to older kids but my 12 year... 
Sandi S.on Feb 2
This class has been very helpful for my son.  He is using the... 
Christine C.on Jan 18
Good class and instructor, my daughter enjoyed what she was able to... 
Jessica J.on Dec 2, 2024
Great info!  Teacher is very encouraging and includes everyone.
Stephanie D.on Oct 2, 2024
Bridget,

This was an excellent set of classes for my son, you were a... 
Sarah S.on Sep 8, 2024

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