In the ONGOING bi-weekly class, join others in this Book Club focusing on the book series: I Survived... by Lauren Tarshis. Currently, there are 20+ books in the series. 

**Note due to the extensive nature of the class relying heavily on discussion, the class minimum (4 learners) must be met for the class to meet. Notice will be given to parents if there is a cancelation or postponement of a week, etc. I use the Outschool Classroom for all communication.**

We will focus on 1 book each week, then move on to another book in the series, continuing until we have enjoyed all titles.  The cycle will repeat, so it doesn't matter what week the learner begins. Please see the list below and in the HOMEWORK section to know what book should be read for each class. A file will also be delivered in the welcome email after enrollment.

The I Survived... series is perfect for upper elementary grade readers--those who love fiction, adventure, suspense, history, and/or are reluctant readers. As an author, Tarshis writes fictional storytelling that hooks all readers from the start, by immersing readers into feeling like they are actually living through history's most exciting and terrifying events. 

Being introduced to the series by my own son who "hated reading", I dove into the series myself, loved them (even as an adult), and thus introduced them to kids. As a previous elementary school librarian, this was a series that couldn't stay on my shelves! 

The FORMAT of the club will be a mix of class discussion and a teacher-guided presentation. The discussion will be guided by the teacher and the students. This is a social class for learners to express their love of the series. There may also be short video clips documenting the historical event related to the title being discussed. Deep thinking involving the unique characters, and the series' themes of persistence, resiliency, family, etc will be the focus. We look for patterns in the author's writing, deep dive into character traits, and ask questions, such as What would you do? 

The class relies heavily on ACTIVE student participation whether verbally or via chat. Students are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and discuss openly in the classroom. This MAY NOT be the class for learners needing an atmosphere of all learners on mute.  I try to replicate a truly interactive “in-person” book club. Zoom classes do present challenges, so the rule of being kind overshadows purposeful talking over others and not being patient waiting for a turn. Thus I do moderate fairly encouraging hand-raising so everyone can have their voice heard.  

HOMEWORK:
At home, students will read 1 book each week for each class, and be ready to discuss it in the book club. 
To fully benefit from each class and discussion the weekly book must have been read before the start of each class. 

With a 3rd/4th-grade reading level and an average of 100 pages, most kids get very wrapped into the plot that they don't want to put the book down, so they are able to complete it rather quickly.

Reading is required before each class and students are required to have a copy of the book discussed. Students are welcome to access the work by audio, print, or digital copy.  

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ABOUT THE SERIES:
"When disaster strikes, heroes are made.

With relatable characters and riveting plotlines, the I Survived books are perfect for reluctant readers or any young reader who enjoys an action-packed, page-turning thriller. Each book also contains several pages of nonfiction content, encouraging readers to further explore the historical topic." ---Amazon
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CLASS BOOK TITLES: 
To fully benefit from each class and discussion the book must have been read before the start of each class. 

***(Specific Dates are also listed in the homework section below AND listed in the printed file in your welcome email)***

*****The schedule is subject to change but will always be up-to-date in the Outschool classroom. ****

7/5 - Class 24: I Survived the California Wildfires, 2018
7/12 - Class 25: I Survived True Stories: Nature Attacks! (#2)
7/26 - Class 26: I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916 (Graphic Novel #2) 
8/2 - Class 27: I Survived the Galveston Hurricane, 1900

REPEAT CYCLE FROM CLASS #1 (there will be some breaks in between weeks TBD)
Class 1: I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916
Class 2: I Survived the Attack of the Grizzlies, 1967
Class 3: I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944
Class 4: I Survived the Eruption of Mount St. Helens, 1980
Class 5: I Survived the Great Chicago Fire, 1871
Class 6: I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, 79 A.D.
Class 7: I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906
Class 8: I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005
Class 9: I Survived True Stories: Five Epic Disasters  (#1)
Class 10: I Survived the American Revolution, 1776
Class 11: I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912
Class 12: I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (Graphic Novel #1)
Class 13: I Survived the Attacks of September 11th, 2001
Class 14: I Survived the Bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941
Class 15:  I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011
Class 16:I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863
Class 17: I Survived the Nazi Invasion, 1944
Class 18: I Survived the Nazi Invasion, 1944 (Graphic Novel #3) 
Class 19: I Survived the Joplin Tornado, 2011
Class 20: I Survived True Stories: Tornado Terror (#3)
Class 21: I Survived the Hindenburg Disaster, 1937
Class 22: I Survived the Children's Blizzard, 1888
Class 23: I Survived The Great Molasses Flood, 1919