The Unteachables Book Club
In this 4 week course, leaners will read, discuss, and write/draw about the middle grade book The Unteachables by Gordon Korman. The week 4 lesson will involve an escape/breakout room.
Karen Clinkscales
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5.0
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
In this course, learners will read a few chapters of The Unteachables by Gordon Korman before each class discussion. When we meet we will discuss the book and write/draw about it. (This isn't an art class; drawing just helps increase understanding and thinking.) The class will consist of conversational discussions where everyone's opinions and thoughts are valued. Learners will also share their writing/drawing with the group.
Materials:
*The Unteachables by Gordon Korman. This book was published in 2019, so copies should be readily available from a seller or library.
eBooks and audiobooks are fine for this book club.
*something to write with and something to write on. This could be pencil and paper or an electric device.
Before the first class, learners need to read chapters 1-8
Day 1: Discussion of chapters 1-8. Teaching focus: characters
Homework: read chapters 9 - 16
Day 2: Discussion of chapters 9 -16. Teaching focus: characters and key ideas
Homework: read chapters 17 - 24
Day 3: Discussion of chapters 17 - 24. Teaching focus: characters and theme
Homework: read chapters 25 - 32
Day 4: Discussion of chapters 25 - 32 Digital breakout/escape roomLearning Goals
Learners will improve their reading, critical thinking, and soft skills.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There are occasional phrases like: "My God!" Pee, poop, butt, and barf references. These are said in humorous ways.
One student has anger issues and kicks lockers and stomps around. Another one has a reputation for inflicting random physical pain on people for no reason. Students play teenage pranks on each other. (No one is in the book is physically hurt.)
Supply List
The Unteachables by Gordon Korman. This book can be bought from a seller or checked out at the library. EBooks and audiobooks are acceptable. Something to write with and one. This could be pencil and paper or a device.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The Unteachables by Gordon Korman. This book can be bought from a seller or checked out at the library. EBooks and audiobooks are acceptable.
Joined January, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I was a public school educator for 32 years in Texas. I have a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I have been conducting book clubs for over 10 years. Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly or $48 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-6 learners per class
