Mon 5:30pm (ET), 8-week Aug 19 - Oct 14
Class info
- Grade 3 - 4
- Session: Aug 19 - Oct 14 (8 weeks)
- Day: Monday
- Time: 5:30 pm (ET) - Please conver to your local time
Class Teacher
Olivia Eastwood
Currently teaching third grade outside of Boston
Masters in Special Education
Orton Gillingham trained
Reading Specialist Degree anticipated in December
Course Overview
- Read 4 books in 8 weeks.
- Complete reading and writing assignments every week.
- 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: Monday, Aug 19, 5:30 pm (ET)
- Week 2: Monday, Aug 26, 5:30 pm (ET)
- No class on Labor Day, September 2nd.
- Week 3: Monday, Sep 9, 5:30 pm (ET)
- Week 4: Monday, Sep 16, 5:30 pm (ET)
- Week 5: Monday, Sep 23, 5:30 pm (ET)
- Week 6: Monday, Sep 30, 5:30 pm (ET)
- Week 7: Monday, Oct 7, 5:30 pm (ET)
- Week 8: Monday, Oct 14, 5:30 pm (ET) (We will have class on Columbus Day)
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.
Week 1 & 2
Week 3 & 4
Week 5 & 6
Week 7 & 8
The Magician's Elephant by Kate DiCamillo
"The Magician's Elephant" by Kate DiCamillo tells the story of Peter Augustus Duchene, a young orphan guided by a fortuneteller's words to find his lost sister. His journey leads him to an elephant conjured by a magician, starting a series of magical events. This heartwarming tale explores themes of hope, destiny, and believing in the impossible. Readers love its imaginative story and uplifting messages about love and perseverance.