Tuesday 6:00 pm (ET) Mar 24 - Apr 28 (6 sess.) With Lisa Kapnis
Class info
- Grade 5 - 6
- Session: March 24 - April 28 (6 sessions)
- Day: Tuesday
- Time: 6:00 pm (ET) / 3:00 pm (PT) - Please convert to your local time.
Class Teacher
Lisa Kapnis
Masters in Education from Lesley University
Current third grade elementary teacher in MA (25 years of experience)
Course Overview
- Read 3 books in 6 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 3: Tuesday, March 24
Week 4: Tuesday, March 31
Week 5: Tuesday, April 7
Week 6: Tuesday, April 14
Week 7: Tuesday, April 21
Week 8: Tuesday, April 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.
The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi
Thirteen-year-old Charlotte Doyle sails from England to America expecting a proper voyage, but she soon becomes caught in conflict between the ship’s captain and crew. As tensions rise, she must choose where she stands and finds the courage to face serious consequences.

