Thursday, 8:00 pm (ET) Jul 9 - Aug 27 (8 sess.) With Jolie Dwyer
Class info
- Grade 3 - 4 A
- Session: July 9 - August 27 (8 sessions)
- Day: Thursday
- Time: 8:00 pm (ET) / 5:00 pm (PT) - Please convert to your local time.
Class Teacher
Jolie Dwyer
Master’s in Literacy and Language, Lesley University
B.A. in Elementary Education
Teaching grades 1 - 5 (10 years of experience)
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, July 9
- Week 2: Thursday, July 16
- Week 3: Thursday, July 23
- Week 4: Thursday, July 30
- 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.
The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer L. Holm
When Ellie meets a strange boy who appears at her house, she discovers that he is actually her grandfather. After finding a way to become young again through a scientific experiment, he encourages Ellie to see science in a new way. As they spend time together, Ellie learns about curiosity, discovery, and the importance of asking questions.