$12
weeklyWho Was Book Club: Discovering the People Who Changed the World
New class
Ages 7-12
Live Group Class
Live video meetings
1x per week
4-8 learners per class
40 min
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours per weekMastery Evaluation
1-2 hours per week. includedAssessment
includedClass Experience
Join us for a multidisciplinary weekly book club where stories come to life! Through captivating reads, we’ll dive into history, science, literature, the arts, sports, geography, innovation, and social change. Each session sparks curiosity, discussion, and hands-on exploration! Each week, we’ll kick things off with student sharing. Learners should come prepared to highlight something they found interesting, surprising, or inspiring from the book of the week. Then, we’ll take it a step further! This might mean exploring the historical context behind the story, engaging in a hands-on activity, or playing a game that brings the book to life. We’ll also challenge what we think we know! The Who Was books are a great starting point, but sometimes they leave out important details or simplify history. For example, Susan B. Anthony made exclusionary statements about voting rights, and Anne Frank’s father made multiple attempts to bring their family to the U.S.—only to be denied. These are the kinds of discussions that make history more real and meaningful. On certain weeks, we’ll roll up our sleeves for hands-on activities! When we read Who Was Louis Braille?, we’ll create our names in Braille using everyday household materials. For Who Was Michelangelo?, we’ll try painting while lying under our desks—just like Michelangelo did for the Sistine Chapel! Any materials needed for hands-on activities will be shared at the beginning of each month, so you’ll always know what to expect. Learners should read the book prior to class and come prepared to discuss their observations. 2025 Schedule --- Week of February 9th: Who is Malala Yousafzai? Week of February 16th: Who Was Jesse Owens? Week of February 23rd: Who Was Winston Churchill? Week of March 2nd: Who Was Joan of Arc? Week of March 9th: Who Was Sally Ride? Week of March 16th: Who Was Rosa Parks? Week of March 23rd: Who Is Billy Jean King? Week of March 30th: Who Was Maria Tallchief? Week of April 6th: Who Was Frida Kahlo? Week of April 13th: Who Was A.A. Milne? Week of April 20th: Who Were the Navajo Code Talkers? Week of April 27th: Who Was Milton Bradley? Week of May 4th: Who Was Maya Angelou? Week of May 11th: Who Was George Washington Carver? Week of May 18th: Who Was Susan B. Anthony? Week of May 25th: Who Was Clara Barton? Week of June 1st: Who Was Juliette Gordon Low? Week of June 8th: Who Was Thomas Alva Edison? Week of June 15th: Who Was Charles Darwin? Week of June 22nd: Who Was Charles Schulz? Week of June 29th: Who Was Marie Curie? Week of July 6th: Who Was Nelly Bly? Week of July 13th: Who Were the Tuskegee Airmen? Week of July 20th: Who Was Lewis Carroll? Week of July 27th: Who Is Jane Goodall? Week of August 3rd: Who Was Nelson Mandela? Week of August 10th: Who Was Princess Diana? Week of August 17th: Who Was Amelia Earhart? Week of August 24th: Who Was Charlie Chaplin? Week of August 31st: Who Was Harvey Milk? Week of September 7th: Who Was Walt Disney? Week of September 14th: Who Was Ernest Shackleton? Week of September 21st: Who Was Louis Braille? Week of September 28th: Who Was Helen Keller? Week of October 5th: Who Was Michelangelo? Week of October 12th: Who Was Anne Frank? Week of October 19th: Who Was Henry Ford? Week of October 26th: Who Was Jim Henson? Week of November 2nd: Who Was Ruth Bader Ginsburg? Week of November 9th: Week of November 2nd: Who Was Julia Child? Week of November 16th: Who Was Jules Verne? Week of November 23rd: Who Was Nicola Tesla? Week of November 30th: Who Was Blackbeard? Week of December 7th: Who Was Jim Thorpe? Week of December 14th: Who Is Sonia Sotomayor? Week of December 21st: Who Was Lucille Ball? Week of December 28th: Who Was Mister Rogers?
Learning Goals
Develop critical thinking skills by analyzing historical and biographical narratives, identifying missing perspectives, and questioning simplified accounts of history.
Engage in multidisciplinary learning by exploring connections between literature, history, science, the arts, sports, and social change through discussions and hands-on activities.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Some topics covered in this book club may include sensitive or complex historical events. For example, our discussions on Malala Yousafzai and Anne Frank will touch on themes of violence in an age-appropriate way, while a session on Henry Ford would be incomplete without acknowledging his antisemitism. You know your learner best—if you feel a particular topic may be too heavy for them, you’re welcome to pause your enrollment for that week.
Supply List
Learners will not need supplies in the month of February. As we progress throughout the year, supply needs will be shared in the classroom. Our typical supplies include things like: printouts, crayons, liquid glue, paper, and pencil. We do not ask learners to bring hard-to-find or expensive items to class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have teaching certificates
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Ohio Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Idaho
4 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in International Business from The Ohio State University
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Idaho
Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Bowling Green State University
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Idaho
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Nova Southeastern University
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Animal Science from The Ohio State University
Meagan:
Meagan is the founder of Hub of Curiosity and has been teaching on Outschool for 6 years. She's a veteran homeschool mom who strongly believes in a multi-disciplinary approach to learning. She believes learning should be fun, engaging, and interactive. Expect a casual atmosphere in class where learners can ask questions, share their ideas, and have fun... all while learning.
Meagan is an avid reader and can't consume enough historical fiction from the World War II period. She's also a keen adventurer and can be packed to go to the next town or around the world in under an hour.
Meet Meagan here:
https://youtu.be/s_P4jmzt7Sg?si=dOXkwWDn5MQQ6zTr
Sarah:
Sarah is a formerly licensed Language Arts teacher based in Ohio with graduate-level coursework in reading intervention. She earned her degree from Bowling Green State University, majoring in Liberal Studies with a focus on English. As a mother of three, she understands the importance of flexibility in education and values open expression in learning.
After several years of teaching in the public school system, Sarah transitioned to a more adaptable approach to education, believing that true learning thrives in an engaging and dynamic environment. Her family embraces an "educationally eclectic" philosophy—her oldest child has attended both private and public schools, while her younger two are currently homeschooled. She recognizes the value of diverse educational methods and teaching styles.
Sarah teaches all areas of Language Arts, Elementary Math, and Visual Arts. She also has extensive experience working with neurodivergent learners, ensuring education remains accessible and inclusive. She looks forward to meeting new learners and fostering meaningful discussions in her classes!
Meet Sarah here:
https://youtu.be/kd-lk88tFv0
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