Summer Book Club: On My Honor
In this 2-week summer camp, students read and discuss this popular middle grades book focusing on reading comprehension, vocabulary, plot, characters, important quotes and more!
Christine- Little Reading Coach
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5.0
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What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students are expected to read the assigned chapters, complete reading comprehension questions and vocabulary. **Please contact the instructor for accommodations :).Assessment
Each class students will play Blooket to check reading comprehension. Instructor will reach out if scores are below 70%.Grading
Grades offered upon request. Please reach out to the instructor for more information :).Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Not only is reading an essential life skill, but it can be a source of entertainment. In this course, students dive into this heartfelt book. Through completing class activities, students will practice reading comprehension skills, identifying plot events, describing characters, determining problems, defining vocabulary words, and recognizing themes in books. Students will be given reading comprehension questions and vocabulary to complete while reading. The instructor will post video introductions for each new book, providing students with necessary background information. During each class session *We will review reading comprehension questions, vocabulary, main plot points, characters, and discuss important quotes/themes/concepts from the reading. *Students will also play Blooket based on the assigned chapters. Class 1- *Review vocabulary for ch 1-6 *Review reading comprehension questions for ch 1-6 Class 2- *Review vocabulary for for ch 7-11 *Review reading comprehension questions for ch 7-11
Learning Goals
Students will improve their reading comprehension skills by answering questions and participating in discussions.
Students will gain knowledge of new vocabulary words by defining unknown words and participating in discussions.
Students will learn/review plot elements (exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution) by participating in discussions.
Syllabus
2 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Chapters 1-6
Review reading comprehension questions and vocabulary 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapters 7-11
Review reading comprehension questions and vocabulary 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
Reading comprehension questions and vocabulary keys are provided after each class.
Pre-reading videos are available for each reading assignment.
Message instructor for specialized accommodations :)
Parental Guidance
The main conflict in this story is one of the main characters drowns in a river.
Supply List
A copy of On My Honor by Marion Dane Bauer. This book can be found at the library, local bookstore or online. A pen/pencil The instructor will be supplying background information videos, reading comprehension questions, and vocabulary graphic organizers.
Joined June, 2023
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12reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree in English from Centenary College
I'm a certified English teacher and Reading Specialist with 15 years experience working with students in grades 6-12.Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly or $40 for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-6 learners per class
