Summer Book Club- The Chocolate Touch
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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What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will read, answer reading comprehension questions and define vocabulary words.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 4 - 6
Not only is reading an essential life skill, but it can be a source of entertainment. In this course, students dive into this delicious 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. For each book, students will be given reading comprehension questions and vocabulary to complete while reading. 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 *Play Blooket based on ch 1-6 Class 2- *Review vocabulary for ch 7-12 *Review reading comprehension questions for ch 7-12 *Play Blooket based on ch 7-12
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 completing a graphic organizer and participating in discussions.
Students will learn/review plot elements (exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution) by participating in discussions.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum2 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Chapters 1-6
Review characters, vocabulary, and plot by discussing reading comprehension questions, vocabulary and playing Blooket. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapters 7-12
Review characters, vocabulary, and plot by discussing reading comprehension questions, vocabulary and playing Blooket. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
Reading comprehension questions and vocabulary keys are provided after each class.
Message instructor for specialized accommodations :)
Parental Guidance
Students will play Blooket during our first class.
Pre-Requisites
Students need to be able to read a 4th grade level text independently.
Supply List
A copy of The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling. 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.
2 files available upon enrollment
Joined June, 2023
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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
A certified Teacher of English (K-12) and Reading Specialist (P-12) with over ten years of teaching experience with students in grades 6-12. Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly1x per week, 2 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-6 learners per class
