Sunday, 5:00 pm (ET) May 3 - June 28 (8 sess.) With Ashlie Swicker

Class info

Grade 3 - 4 B
Session: May 3 - June 28 (8 sessions)
Day: Sunday
Time: 5:00 pm (ET) / 2:00 pm (PT) - Please convert to your local time.

Class Teacher

Ashlie Swicker

Master of Education
Contributing writer to Book Riot
Current librarian in elementary school
Previous classroom teacher (17 years of experience)

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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: Sunday, May 3
Week 2: Sunday, May 10
Week 3: Sunday, May 17
No Class – Memorial Day Weekend, Sunday, May 24
Week 4: Sunday, May 31
Week 5: Sunday, June 7
Week 6: Sunday, June 14
Week 7: Sunday, June 21
Week 8: Sunday, June 28

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.

$260.00