What's included
3 live meetings
1 hrs 15 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. There will not be any homework given for this course. However, I will list additional resources on the class page such as flash cards, extra worksheets and activities, etc for learners to complete. Learners will also be able to build up their own library during this class with the books that we read.Assessment
For learners that come back week to week, I will give a progress report at the end of the month. If you can only come for one or two sessions and would like a progress report please let me know before class begins.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Beginner - Advanced Level
Come join in this small group reading class to become a better reader! Class Content: This class will be based on learners reading levels. I will be utlizing many different ways to reach learners in a beneficial way. Learners in this class will be taught at their level to improve their reading, comprehension, reading strategies, fluency, vocabulary, sight words, and grammar skills. During class I will be using a researched based curriculum from reaidng a-z. Learners will be sent a weekly book and worksheets. During class we will be using a variety of learning techniques. This class will be using auditory, visual, and kinestetic learning techniques to help learners retain as much as possible. We will have a great time working on skills to become a better readers and comprehending what we learn. This course will utlize a two day schedule weekly to make sure learners have enough time to improve their skills. The schedule is listed below but during the week we will be working on all reading skills to improve reading, comprehension, fluency, phonics, sight words, and grammar. Why This Class: I am a licensed educator and have been a teacher for 10 years. Guided reading is where my speciality is during the school day. I have had many years of experience and know how to grow learners levels by utilizing a variety of different teaching techniques to be able to reach all learners and help them grow by differetiating instruction. This course will be kept small at a max of four learners to ensure every learner gets equal time to work and share. As an added benefit this class will cycle through 3 levels so learners will have the ability to learn extra skills or review skills. Class Materials: All class materials will be shared weekly through the class page prior to class. Weekly materials: Learners will need the worksheets attached as well as the paper book. They will also need red, yellow, and green coloring materials-markers, colored pencils, colored pens. Week to week: depending on the week learners will need different materials but it should all be things that you can find around your home. These will be posted in the classroom weekly on Sunday afternoon EST. Class Schedule: Day 1: vocabulary development phonics and grammar skills book introduction Day 2: 1st read through discussion questions quiz Day 3: 2nd read through skill worksheet or activity Summer Schedule Summer Schedule: Week 1, week of May 28 Level Q fiction Week 2, week of June 3 Level R fiction Week 3, week of June 10 Level Q, nonfiction Week 4, week of June 17 Level R nonfiction Week 5, week of June 24 Level Q, fiction Week 6, week of July 1 Level R fiction Week 7, week of July 8 Level Q, nonfiction Week 8, week of July 15 Level R nonfiction Week 9, week of July 22 Level Q, fiction Week 10, week of July 29 Level R fiction School Year Schedule Week 1, week of August 5 Level Q fiction Week 2, week of August 12 Level R fiction Week 3, week of August 19 Level Q fiction Week 4, week of August 26 Level R nonfiction Week 5, week of September 9 Level Q nonfiction Week 6, week of September 16 Level R nonfiction Week 7, week of September 23 Level Q fiction Week 8, week of September 30 Level R fiction Week 9, week of October 1 Level Q fiction Week 10, week of October 21 Level R nonfiction Week 11, week of October 28 Level Q nonfiction Week 12, week of November 4 Level R nonfiction Week 13, week of November 11 Level Q fiction Week 14, week of November 18 Level R fiction Week 15, week of December 2 Level Q fiction Week 16, week of December 9 Level R nonfiction Week 17, week of December 16 Level Q nonfiction Week 18, week of January 6 Level R nonfiction Week 19, week of January 13 Level Q fiction Week 20, week of January 20 Level R fiction Week 21, week of January 27 Level Q fiction Week 22, week of February 3 Level R nonfiction Week 23, week of February 10 Level Q nonfiction Week 24, week of February 17 Level R nonfiction Week 25, week of February 24 Level Q fiction Week 26, week of March 3 Level R fiction Week 27, week of March 24 Level Q fiction Week 28, week of March 31 Level R nonfiction Week 29, week of April 7 Level Q nonfiction Week 30, week of April 14 Level R nonfiction Week 31, week of April 21 Level Q fiction Week 32, week of April 28 Level R fiction Week 33, week of May 5 Level Q fiction Week 34, week of May 12 Level R nonfiction Week 35, week of May 19 Level Q nonfiction
Learning Goals
Learners will improve their reading skills with phonics, comprehension, reading strategies, fluency, vocabulary, and grammar.
Other Details
Learning Needs
This course will take additional time based on class dynamics (one or two days to read the story) and give background knowledge so all learners understand the topic of the week.
Parental Guidance
Please be close by off camera in case your learner needs assistance with technical issues.
For some classes we may be using scissor or glue so please plan accordingly for your learner
Technology in the Class:
During class we may be using websites such as kahoot or abcya. If this occurs learners will need to either have another device or be able to split their screen. If they can't do that, I am happy to read the questions to them.
Pre-Requisites
Learners should have mastered second grade reading skills and currently reading on a 3rd grade level.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Ball state university
I will be utilizing my experience as well of teaching for ten years to help guide the instruction and methods in this course.
Guided Reading is my speciality and I have developed some wonderful skills to help learners grow as readers and learners.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
weekly ($14 per class)3x per week
25 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
1-4 learners per class