I’m excited to invite you to a warm and engaging online book club designed just for gifted boys in grades K-2 who may be reluctant readers. My goal is to inspire these young minds through easy-to-read chapter books while using fun critical thinking strategies to explore the stories together.

We’ll explore a new chapter book filled with adventure, humor, and memorable characters. These carefully selected books will capture the interest of reluctant readers, featuring engaging plots and relatable themes.

Important Note for Parents
Please ensure your child has read the book before each class meeting. This will help spark great conversations and ensure everyone is on the same page!

Choose from THREE different book clubs:

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TUESDAYS @ 9:45 AM EST (starting September 24th) - BOOKS MUST BE READ BEFORE CLASS

DRAGON MASTERS by Tracey West
September 24th - Book 1 - Dragon Masters - Rise of the Earth Dragon
October 1 - Book 2 - Dragon Masters - Saving the Sun Dragon
October 8 - Book 3  - Dragon Masters - Secrets of the Water Dragon
October 15 - Book 4 - Power of the Fire Dragon
October 22 - Book 5 - Song of the Poison Dragon
October 29 - Book 6 - Flight of the Moon Dragon

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FLAT STANLEY by Jeff Brown
August 31 - Book 1 - FLAT STANLEY - The Original Adventure
September 7 - Book 2 - FLAT STANLEY - Stanley and the Magic Lamp
September 14th - NO CLASS
September 21 - Book 3 - FLAT STANLEY - Stanley in Space
September 28 - Book 4 - FLAT STANLEY - Invisible Stanley
October 5 - Book 5 - FLAT STANLEY - Stanley's Christmas Adventure
October 12 - Book 6 - FLAT STANLEY - Stanley Flat Again

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SUNDAYS @ 10 AM EST (starting September 22)

THE SECRET EXPLORERS by SJ King
September 22 - Book 1 - The Secret Explorers and the Lost Whales
September 29 - Book 2 - The Secret Explorers and the Comet Collision
October 6 - Book 3 - The Secret Explorers and the Tomb Robbers
October 13 - Book 4 - The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue
October 20 - Book 5 -  The Secret Explorers and the Rainforest Rangers
October 27 - Book 6 - The Secret Explorers and the Smoking Volcano
November 3 - Book 7 - The Secret Explorers and the Missing Scientist
November 10 - Book 8 - The Secret Explorers and the Plant Poachers

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We'll use creative critical thinking strategies to discuss the book at a deeper level:

Hypothetical Thinking: Imagining “What if?” scenarios to explore different possibilities within the story.

Inferential Questions: Encouraging deeper comprehension by asking questions that require us to read between the lines.

Creative Thinking: Brainstorming new ideas and perspectives related to the characters and events.

Evaluative Questions: Rating different characters, plot twists, and themes.

These activities will help us connect with the characters, understand the themes, and imagine how the stories could unfold differently.

Signing your reluctant reader up for this book club is a fantastic way to ignite their love for reading. Your child will develop critical thinking skills in a supportive environment. This is an opportunity for them to connect with peers, share their thoughts, and discover the joy of reading in a fun and relaxed setting. I can't wait to see how much they will grow and enjoy the experience!