Instructor:

Laura Goin

Description:

This one day per week class will cover an in-depth study of three books per semester, with a focus on themes such as perseverance, family, compassion, loyalty, and work ethic. Through these books, we will also learn about many literary devices – elements of plot, conflict, symbols/motifs, figurative language, characterization, imagery, and more. Making an interactive notebook each semester will be a creative way for students to explore concepts while practicing penmanship and learning note taking skills. This class will also include weekly spelling and vocabulary memorization.

Requirements:

Students must read and write at grade level, complete their work to the best of their ability, meet deadlines, and maintain good conduct. Students will need to read our first book, Wonder, over the summer. A recommended reading schedule will be provided to parents via email once enrollment has concluded.

Prerequisites:
Grades:

Assessments will be based on homework, class work, vocabulary and spelling quizzes, reading comprehension tests, and completed interactive notebook project (one per semester). Late work will be accepted only in the case of an excused absence.

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Level of Parental Involvement
M,W,F work

Middle School:
3 hours independently per day, 2 hours working with a parent per day

Texts:

Wonder, R.J. Palacio
The Sign of the Beaver, Elizabeth George Speare
Johnny Tremain, Esther Forbes
The Long Winter, Laura Ingalls Wilder
The Witch of Blackbird Pond, Elizabeth George Speare
Number the Stars, Lois Lowry

Supplies:
  • Notebook Paper
    1” binder (or dedicated space in multi-subject binder)
  • 2 composition books (9.75”x7.5”),  wide ruled, any color
  • Pens and sharpened pencils
  • Pencil sharpener and eraser
  • Colored pencils
  • Fine line markers
  • Ruler
  • Scissors
  • Glue sticks
  • Highlighter
  • Optional: zippered supply pouch for binder
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Other Requirements:

Read class policies and help your child understand and follow them.
Review completed homework before due date, checking for thoroughness, effort and neatness. Help your child with organization.
Ask your child about what they are reading; model a positive attitude about reading.

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