Join us as we deep dive into a new and exciting book from the Who Was series each week! From scientists and inventors, to historical figures and major historical events, we’ll enjoy them all! Your students will love with this book club! 

Students will need to  read the books in the week prior to class time. Each book has ten short chapters. During book club, full participation in class discussion is expected. There is grace for a shy student, of course, but students will be encouraged to dive into the discussion as they acclimate to the group. Each student will have a turn to share their thoughts and ideas. I will have questions and discussion prompts ready each week, should conversation lag.

Each week will include Map Time, when we “travel “ to the map to locate the settings mentioned in our book, as well as Time Capsule Time, when I share a few historical figures or events that occur at the same time as our book. After our discussion time, we will end with a game if time permits! My book clubs are typically highly engaging, highly interactive, very lively! 

This is an ongoing class, and as each book is a stand alone topic, students may drop in to discuss their favorites at will, although remaining in club long term is recommended. We build quite a bond as a group over time, and it’s quite a special experience. This class is designed to be fully interactive and students are expected to be fully engaged. If interacting with teacher and peers is uncomfortable for your student, this class is not a good fit for them. No prior knowledge is necessary. 

To kick off this book club, I will list the books for the first few weeks. Going forward, I will add to the list based on the
Who  interests of the students.

My Tuesday class: 


Who Was Abraham Lincoln?
What Was The Battle of Gettysburg?
Who Was Clara Barton?
Who Was Robert E. Lee?
Who Was Ulysses S. Grant?
What Was The Underground Railroad?
Who Was Harriet Tubman?
Who Was Frederick Douglas?
Who Was Sojourner Truth?
Who Was Ida B. Wells?
Who Was Harriet Beecher Stowe?
What Was The Reconstruction?
Who Was George Washington Carver?



TBD - This class decides together on future books, and everyone gets a vote! Also… we really enjoy clumping books together in themes! 

Books are available in libraries everywhere, as Kindle Books, and some are even on Audible. Parents can co-read or read aloud for early or struggling readers. Please come to book club ready to discuss!