Classes for 5th Graders
1:1 Essay Tutoring
In private 55 minute lessons, students will receive of support with essay writing and critical thinking skills. There are two types of sessions available: Homework Assistance and Essay Writing Development.
Private lessons are ideal for:
• Students looking to improve their own writing
• Students who write how they type
• ESL Students
• Students preparing a writing portfolio
4th and 5th Grade Writing: Introduction to Essay Writing
This class introduces the 5-paragraph essay. Students will learn the core components of writing an essay while completing two narrative essays. This is accelerated writing course is divided into 3 parts: Review Parts of Speech, Learning to Write a Narrative Essay, Practice Writing a Narrative Essay. No printouts are required for class work.
4th and 5th Grade Writing Level 2
Using the 5-paragraph essay format students explore different types of essays commonly written by this grade level. Students will practice the core components of writing an essay, and complete two essays (one opinion essay and one literary essay). Previous experience with writing a narrative essay is required.
Book Club: Fairytales
Students will revisit classic fairytales in this weekly Book Club. Each week students will read a different story out loud in a group setting* before diving into our project of the week. Projects will vary and include: written responses, poems, collages, crafts, and drawings.
*If your child is Dyslexic special adjustments can be made to ensure your child’s successful engagement. Please contact us prior to registration. To discuss your child’s needs.
Book Club: Classic Literature for Kids
Some books are fads and some are classics that withstand the test of time. Less gimmicky than many of today’s modern fiction books, these books prove that stories can be just as fun even if they don’t have magical creatures in mythical lands. Each week students will read out loud in a group setting* before diving into our project of the week. Projects will vary and include: written responses, poems, collages, crafts, and drawings.
*If your child is Dyslexic special adjustments can be made to ensure your child’s successful engagement. Please contact us prior to registration. To discuss your child’s needs.
Book Club: Action Adventures
This book club features a collection of swash buckling adventures that withstand the test of time. Reading adaptations (shortened versions) of American classics, your kiddo will gobble up each book with enthusiasm. Following our reading time, students will discuss the story before extending our conversation using drawings, creative writing, or Kahoot.
*If your child is Dyslexic special adjustments can be made to ensure your child’s successful engagement. Please contact us prior to registration. To discuss your child’s needs.