The Giver Book Club
In this 6-week course, 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
6 live meetings
5 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 7 - 8
Not only is reading an essential life skill, but it can be a source of entertainment. In this course, students dive into this futuristic 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 Curriculum6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Chapters 1-3
Review chapters 1-3 by discussing reading comprehension questions, vocabulary, and playing Blooket. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapters 4-6
Review chapters 1-3 by discussing reading comprehension questions, vocabulary, and playing Blooket. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Chapters 7-10
Review chapters 1-3 by discussing reading comprehension questions, vocabulary, and playing Blooket. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Chapters 11-15
Review chapters 1-3 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 mentions "stirrings" which are feelings of attraction towards the opposite sex.
Supply List
A copy of The Giver by Lois Lowry. 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
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
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, 6 weeks
50 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-14
1-6 learners per class
