Summer Camp: Transition Into 5th Grade Reading & Language Arts
This 4th to 5th grade summer transition class is designed for learners in 4th grade moving up to 5th grade as well as students finishing 5th grade who can benefit from small groups (6 max).
Ms. Winton, M.Ed, and Reading Specialist
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(14)
What's included
2 live meetings
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
There is no planned homework. However, learners who do not complete the week's activities in class will be expected to complete them by the following class.Assessment
End of unit/genre tests Comprehension quizzes If it is determined that a learner is reading or writing below grade level, individual tutoring is available for parents who desire additional support for their child.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 5
In this class, students will practice reading and writing skills while having fun and being creative! Each month will focus on a different genre. Learners will learn how to read, write, discuss, and comprehend each genre with engaging texts and activities (games, slides, clips). Reading: Learners will ask and answer questions before, during, and after reading to create meaning from the texts. Fluency will be built by reading aloud and to ourselves. Writing: Students will learn how to write well structured paragraphs. They will also create writings in multiple genres including fiction (stories and poems) and non-fiction (persuasive articles, expository essays, and letters). Grammar: We will also review how to write complete sentences (parts of a sentence) and how to expand sentences (prepositional phrases, compound/complex sentence creation). Punctuation and spelling will be taught during this section. Listening/Speaking (receiving and sending a clear message): Learners will share their writing creations with classmates and explain how their piece meets the demands of the genre. While in the audience, learners will record questions to ask and give encouraging feedback. Content will be presented in a clear way and will involve activities to help students enjoy what they are learning. Classes are interactive and will include a writing time for students to practice what we have learned in class. This class is designed for students who would like some extra practice and review in their Language Arts skills, but any student is welcome! It is an ongoing class that will focus on a different genre each month! I can't wait to meet your students and help them learn to love reading and writing! Fiction Week 1: Reading and understanding fiction (genre demands and "tricks") Week 2: Grammar - Expanding our sentences Week 3: Writing fiction - put it all together Week 4: Learner created readings, celebration and discussion Poetry Week 1: Reading and understanding poetry (genre demands and "tricks") Week 2 Grammar - Parts of a sentence Week 3: Writing a poem- put it all together Week 4: Learner created readings, celebration and discussion Future weeks: Informational Text Historical Fiction
Learning Goals
Improve reading fluency and comprehension
Practice good grammar and sentence structure
Create writing pieces with penalty free practice
Become an effective communicator by sending (clear, concise speaking) and receiving (active listening) messages verbally
Other Details
Supply List
notebook pencils highlighter
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined February, 2022
5.0
14reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
This is my 11th year teaching middle school reading and language arts. I am also a certified reading specialist.
As a teacher and a mom, I see daily how much guidance children need to read, write, and communicate effectively. I work with small groups at least twice per class period in my classroom and have seen great gains in students by using best practices and the gradual release model (I, we, you).Reviews
Live Group Class
$25
weekly ($13 per class)2x per week
25 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-11
2-6 learners per class
