Thursday, 7:00 pm (ET) May 7 - June 25 (8 sess.) With Kristen McEnaney
Class info
- Grade 3 - 4 B
- Session: May 7 - June 25 (8 sessions)
- Day: Thursday
- Time: 7:00 pm (ET) / 4:00 pm (PT) - Please convert to your local time.
Class Teacher
Kristen McEnaney
Masters of Arts in Teaching & Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (Tufts University)
BA in English Literature
Current multi-age 1-2 teacher in MA (29 years experience)
Certified Orton-Gillingham teacher
Course Overview
- Read 4 books in 8 weeks.
- Complete assigned book readings and weekly news article readings.
- Engage in discussions and debates guided by a teacher.
- Develop communication skills.
- Approach book club meetings with an open and curious mindset, ready to listen and learn from others.
Course Instructions
- Upon registration, you will receive class instructions for the first session.
- We do not provide books. Students should buy or borrow books themselves.
- Students are required to read the book before the class.
Dates for Classes
- Week 1: Thursday, May 7
- Week 2: Thursday, May 14
- Week 3: Thursday, May 21
- Week 4: Thursday, May 28
- Week 5: Thursday, June 4
- Week 6: Thursday, June 11
- Week 7: Thursday, June 18
- Week 8: Thursday, June 25
Note: Class size should be maintained between 3-5 students for effective debating. Please select an alternative available time during checkout. Refunds will be processed for canceled classes.
Dogs Don’t Tell Jokes by Louis Sachar
Gary loves telling jokes and dreams of becoming a comedian, but no one seems to think he is funny. When he decides to perform in the school talent show, he sets out to prove himself. Along the way, he learns about confidence, perseverance, and what it really means to make others laugh.