Wednesday, 6:00 pm (ET) Apr 4 - Apr 30 (4 sess.) With Elizabeth Casey
Class info
- Grade 5 - 6
- Session: April 9 - April 30 (4 sessions)
- Day: Wednesday
- Time: 6:00 pm (ET) / 3:00 pm (PT) - Please convert to your local time.
Class Teacher
Elizabeth E. Casey
Master’s in Teaching: Secondary English
Current Middle School Teacher Librarian in MA
Previous English Language Arts Teacher, Grade 8 (2007–2021)
Course Overview
- Read 2 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: Wednesday, April 9
- Week 6: Wednesday, April 16
- Week 7: Wednesday, April 23
- Week 8: Wednesday, April 30
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 5 & 6
Week 7 & 8
The Stars Beneath Our Feet by David Barclay Moore
Twelve-year-old Lolly is struggling with the loss of his brother and the challenges of growing up in Harlem. When he discovers a love for building with LEGO, he finds a way to express himself and imagine a brighter future. Through friendship, creativity, and resilience, Lolly learns how to rebuild his world one brick at a time.