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Weekly Reading Fluency & Comprehension With a Licensed/Credentialed Teacher

Ages 8-13
Live Group Class
In this 8 week class students will improve their reading fluency and comprehension skills as we dive into the beloved classic, Beverly Cleary's The Mouse and the Motorcycle. This class invites students to not just read- but enjoy reading!
Live video meetings
1x per week, 8 weeks
4-8 learners per class
45 min

What's included

8 live meetings
6 in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6
Intermediate Level
During this class we will practice our reading skills together, focusing on fluency and comprehension. Many times, students simply need someone to sit with them for a short time to focus on reading something that captures their interest. This builds a sense of confidence as they hear positive feedback, regardless of their skill level. Students will have the option to read out loud (always with the option to pass with no pressure), and we will discuss each chapter together, including vocabulary and character development, as we predict what may happen next. I will also read out loud to model fluency, intonation, and critical thinking to students. This helps students to consider how they, too, can process what they read. This class will focus on the joy that can be found in reading, and in turn, students will be motivated to read more often on their own and with confidence.

Learning Goals

Students will improve upon reading fluency and comprehension skills.
Students will gain confidence in their own ability to learn from and think about reading material.

Syllabus

Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Chapter 1 & 2
 We will read and discuss the opening chapters and make text to self connections, as well as discussing vocabulary and making predictions about subsequent chapters. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapter 3 & 4
 We will read and discuss the chapters, discussing author choices about point of view, and make text to self connections regarding character choices and emotion. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Chapter 5 & 6
 We will read and discuss the chapters, focusing on the action and adventure depicted in these chapters. Students will discuss predictions about the next chapter, as chapter 6 is a cliffhanger. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Chapter 7
 We will read and discuss the chapter, and discuss Ralph's big decision in this chapter. We will make predictions about  how this decision affects other characters, and what we ourselves would do in this scenario. 
45 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List
Students will not need any materials, though they can purchase Beverly Cleary's The Mouse and the Motorcycle for themselves if they prefer a print version. We will be utilizing a digital copy to read from in class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Profile
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have taught elementary school (grades Kindergarten through 6th) for years in both public and online settings and hold two teaching credentials (Multiple Subject and Single Subject- English). I have also tutored students as a Reading Specialist. I am now homeschooling my own children, and have delighted in teaching them both to read fluently and above grade level. I have written two books as well, and love to share my joy of reading with students.

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