Monday, 6:00 pm (ET) Feb 9 - Mar 2 (4 sess.) With Heidi Bisso
Class info
- Grade 5 - 6
- Session: February 9 - March 2 (4 sessions)
- Day: Monday
- Time: 6:00 pm (ET) / 3:00 pm (PT) - Please convert to your local time.
Class Teacher
Heidi Bisso
Master's in Applied Linguistics
Current ELE Teacher in MA public school (24 years of experience)
Certified in English as a Second Language & Wilson Reading System
Course Overview
- Read 2 books in 4 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 5: Monday, February 9
- Week 6: Monday, February 16 (We will still have class on Presidents’ Day))
- Week 7: Monday, February 23
- Week 8: Monday, March 2
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.
Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
Annemarie lives in Denmark during World War II, where helping her best friend Ellen becomes more dangerous each day. As she faces difficult choices and unexpected risks, Annemarie discovers her own quiet strength and learns how acts of courage can change lives. Her journey shows how even small acts of kindness can shine in dark times.