Summer Olympics Reading Challenge
In 2024's summer reading challenge, students will learn about Summer Olympics thru guided reading experience, comprehension checks, puzzles, games and short video clips.
Colleen Barrick
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What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. craft project or puzzle will be available after class if student want to complete them independentlyClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Intermediate Level
Do you want a way to keep your child reading this summer? Each summer I offer a summer reading challenge class to do just that. This year the Summer Olympics will be held July 26 - Aug 11. What better way to get your child involved in current events and practice reading at the same time! We will begin with a brief welcome to class allowing students time for any introductions of new students and time to share any Olympic related news they have discovered. The first activity everyday will be a guided reading activity relating to a summer olympic sport, a famous olympian, olympic symbols or mascot. The students will be able to show their comprehension skills through written activities/Kahoot games. When applicable, a short related video clip may be shown to the students. Each class will conclude with directions for a special craft or puzzle that can be completed after class. Materials for these crafts/puzzles will be provided in the classroom notes. Classes are independent of each other allowing students to join as their schedule permits. Payment each week included 2 classes and videos of class will be available for enrolled students to watch if they must miss a class any given week. Week of June 3rd Topic: Olympic Symbols Day 1 Rings/Torch Day 2 Mascot/Motto/Medals Week of June 10 Topic: Olympic Past to Present Day 1 Ancient Olympics Day 2 Modern Day Olympics Week of June 17 Topic: Olympic Legends Day 1 Jessie Owens Day 2 Mary Lou Retton Week of June 24 Topic: Olympic Legends Day 1 Michael Phelps Day 2 Florence Griffith Joyner Week of July 1 Topic Summer Olympic Events Day 1 Archery Day 2 Canoeing Week of July 8 Topic Summer Olympic Events Day 1 Cycling Day 2 Equestrian Week of July 15 Topic Summer Olympic Events Day 1 Fencing Day 2 Field Hockey Week of July 22 Topic Summer Olympic Events Day 1 Swimming Day 2 Gymnastics Week of July 29 Topic Summer Olympic Events Day 1 Track and Field Day 2 Swimming Week of Augst 5 Topic Summer Olympic Events Day 1 Diving Day 2 Weightlifting/Judo Week of August 12 Topic Paralympics Day 1 What are they? Day 2 Mike Van Zee
Learning Goals
Students will learn the ancient and modern history of the Olympics.
Students will learn about athletes who have competed in the Olympics.
Students will learn about the various events included in the Summer Olympics.
Students will learn about the Paralympics and its athletes.
Other Details
Learning Needs
Children with unique learning needs are welcome in my classes. Small class size and alternating active/passive learning experiences are a couple ways needs are met. I have classroom and personal experience with unique learners as well.
Pre-Requisites
Students should be able to read on a 2nd grade level.
Supply List
paper and pencil OR dry erase board and marker
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
education.com
razkids.com
twinkle.com
youtube.com clips
Materials from education.com, razkids, twinkle and youtube will be shared by teacher. Kahoot will require students to call up kahoot.it on device, type in given code and type in first name.
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Bowling Green State University/ Ohio
degreed teacher
classroom experience in deaf ed and elementary ed
experience as intervention tutorReviews
Live Group Class
$30
weekly ($15 per class)2x per week
45 min
Completed by 10 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
2-6 learners per class
