Thursday, 7:00 pm (ET) Aug 6 - Aug 27 (4 sess.) With Ashlie Swicker
Class info
- Grade 1 - 2
- Session: August 6 - August 27 (4 sessions)
- Day: Thursday
- Time: 7:00 pm (ET) / 4:00 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)
Course Overview
- Read 4 books in 4 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 5: Thursday, August 6
- Week 6: Thursday, August 13
- Week 7: Thursday, August 20
- Week 8: Thursday, August 27
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.
Cornbread & Poppy by Matthew Cordell
When Poppy, an adventurous mouse, runs out of food before winter, she sets out on a journey to find more. Along the way, she faces challenges and learns to appreciate the help of her cautious friend, Cornbread. As they work together, the two friends discover the importance of trust and friendship.

