What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
***Get $3 off ALL my classes in the month of November with coupon code CHAFFTHANKS3 until Nov 30, 2021. Look through my classes at https://outschool.com/teachers/Danielle-Chaffin and enter the coupon code at checkout. I'm thankful for you!*** During "Story Time with Ellie the Dog", students will enjoy enthusiastic read alouds from classic and contemporary children's books, all in the presence of my sweet dog, Ellie. Students will be provided with the opportunity to interact with the teacher and students via engaging questioning throughout the duration of the class. Class time will be structured in the following way: 1) greetings & introductions 2) pre-reading questions 3) teacher read aloud, with comprehension questions embedded 4) post-reading reflection. Topics covered will include themes such as friendship, kindness, perseverance and more. Depending on class participation and book length, multiple books may be shared during one session.
Learning Goals
-With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about key details in a text.
-Use illustrations and details in a story to describe its characters, setting, or events.
-Ask and answer questions about unknown words in a text.
-Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
-Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others with care, speaking one at a time about the topics and texts under discussion).
Other Details
Parental Guidance
If students need technological assistance during class, please provide as necessary.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am offering "Story Time with Ellie the Dog" so that young students can gather together in a nurturing environment to engage with interesting texts and diverse people. My expertise in reading and questioning strategies makes me an excellent leader for this class. The inclusion of my dog Ellie will aid students in feeling comfortable and opening up to their peers.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$9
per classMeets once
25 min
Completed by 319 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 3-7
3-6 learners per class