What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Looking for a lively and fun drop-in class that practices essential literacy skills? This class blends social play with rich vocabulary practice, making it a perfect fit for students with busy schedules. Is this class, students will: ✨practice decoding skills ✨build vocabulary and critical thinking skills ✨analyze sound relationships ✨build spelling skills ✨become better readers and writers ✨review parts of speech Example Word Ladder: nickel-pickle-pick-pink-stink-sting-sing-sang-sane-same-dane-dime How it Works: 1. We begin with a starting word and read the first clue aloud. 2. Each student submits their answer through the chat (or on a whiteboard for easy sharing). 3. I’ll select a student to share the answer aloud and read the next clue to keep the game moving! 4. Once we reach the top of the ladder, we’ll discuss the connection between the starting and ending words and explore sorting the words by parts of speech, rhymes, opposites, definitions, and more (as time allows). Familiarity with the chat feature is essential for sharing answers and participating. Alternatively, students may use a dry-erase board to write and share responses. Word Ladder topics: (sign up for as many as you want!) Nov 27: Giving Thanks Dec 2: Outerwear Dec 11: Frosty Fun Dec 16: Snow Day
Learning Goals
Students will practice vocabulary, phonetic awareness, grammar and spelling in one fun game!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Feel free to message me to see if this class is appropriate for your child's working vocabulary level.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Penn State University
I have tutored for over 10 years and homeschooled for over 15 years. I am a grammar nerd and a writing geek.... word play makes sense to me and I love helping to make vocabulary and spelling come alive to others! I like to make learning fun and use what students are already interested in to teach them the things they might be missing. I like to see reading and writing "click"!
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$9
per classMeets once
25 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-11
2-6 learners per class