Summer Reading- The Adventure of Ulysses
In this 5-week summer camp, students read and discuss this Greek mythology 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
5 live meetings
4 hrs 10 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.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
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. 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.
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.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Chapters 1-2
Review chapters 1-2 by discussing reading comprehension questions, vocabulary, and playing Blooket. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapter 3-4
Review chapters 3-4 by discussing reading comprehension questions, vocabulary, and playing Blooket. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Chapters 5-6
Review chapters 5-6 by discussing reading comprehension questions, vocabulary, and playing Blooket. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Chapters 7-8
Review chapters 7-8 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
This book includes death, killing, and Greek pictures.
Supply List
The Adventures of Ulyssesl- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1N67L2Z?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Joined June, 2023
5.0
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
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
weekly or $100 for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
50 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
2-6 learners per class
