Tue 8:00pm (ET), 6-week Nov 5 - Dec 17
Class info
- Grade 5 - 6
- Session: Nov 5 - Dec 17 (6 sessions)
- Day: Tuesday
- Time: 8:00 pm (ET) - Please convert to your local time.
Class Teacher
Liz Garden
Master's in Child Development, Early Childhood Literacy
Current Elementary Principal with 16 years of experience
MFA Program for Creative Nonfiction Writing
Course Overview
- Read 3 books in 6 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 3: Tuesday, Nov 5, 8:00 pm (ET)
- Week 4: Tuesday, Nov 12, 8:00 pm (ET)
- Week 5: Tuesday, Nov 19, 8:00 pm (ET)
- No class on November 26.
- Week 6: Tuesday, Dec 3, 8:00 pm (ET)
- Week 7: Tuesday, Dec 10, 8:00 pm (ET)
- Week 8: Tuesday, Dec 17, 8:00 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 3 & 4
Week 5 & 6
Week 7 & 8
Ghost by Jason Reynolds
- A National Book Award Finalist for Young People’s Literature
- Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read
Ghost is a middle schooler who has a talent for running, but he’s running from more than just a track team. After a chance encounter with a group of sprinters, he discovers the power of sport and friendship while grappling with his troubled past. This gripping story explores themes of identity, resilience, and the impact of personal choices. Perfect for young readers who enjoy compelling narratives about overcoming obstacles.