Wednesday, 8:00 pm (ET) Nov 12 - Dec 17 (5 sess.) With Lisa Kapnis
Class info
- Grade 5 - 6
- Session: November 12 - December 17 (5 sessions)
- Day: Wednesday
- Time: 8:00 pm (ET) / 5:00 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 5 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: Wednesday, November 12
- Week 4: Wednesday, November 19
- No class during Thanksgiving week (November 26)
- Week 5: Wednesday, December 3
- Week 6: Wednesday, December 10
- Week 7: Wednesday, December 17
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 Seventh Most Important Thing by Shelley Pearsall
After a bad decision gets him into trouble, thirteen-year-old Arthur is assigned to help an old man collect what seems like junk. As Arthur learns more about the man’s mysterious project, he discovers the power of forgiveness, creativity, and second chances.
