Wed 5:00pm (ET), 8-week Aug 21- Oct10
Class info
- Grade 3 - 4
- Session: Aug 21 - Oct 10 (8 weeks)
- Day: Wednesday
- Time: 5:00 pm (ET) - Please conver to your local time
Class Teacher
Catherine Jreije-Knowlton
Master's in Elementary Education
Current public school teacher in MA (10 years of experience)
- Course Overview
- Read 4 books in 8 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 1: Wednesday, Aug 21, 5:00 pm (ET)
- Week 2: Wednesday, Aug 28, 5:00 pm (ET)
- Week 3: Wednesday Sep 4, 5:00 pm (ET)
- Week 4: Wednesday, Sep 11, 5:00 pm (ET)
- Week 5: Wednesday, Sep 18, 5:00 pm (ET)
- Week 6: Wednesday, Sep 25, 5:00 pm (ET)
- Week 7: Wednesday, Oct 2, 5:00 pm (ET)
- Week 8: Wednesday, Oct 9, 5:00 pm (ET)
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.
Week 1 & 2
Week 3 & 4
Week 5 & 6
Week 7 & 8
The Magician's Elephant by Kate DiCamillo
"The Magician's Elephant" by Kate DiCamillo tells the story of Peter Augustus Duchene, a young orphan guided by a fortuneteller's words to find his lost sister. His journey leads him to an elephant conjured by a magician, starting a series of magical events. This heartwarming tale explores themes of hope, destiny, and believing in the impossible. Readers love its imaginative story and uplifting messages about love and perseverance.