Book Club

Students join Keena Ford as she navigates the surprises and mix-ups of second grade, learning to face challenges with creativity and curiosity. In a fun book club format, young readers build vocabulary and reading skills as they form connections with classmates. Through engaging reading, discussion, and imaginative activities, they experience the humor and excitement of Keena’s world, building empathy, resilience, and a lasting love of reading.

Students follow Ray Halfmoon as he spends time with his Grampa, experiencing the surprises and traditions of family life while navigating new challenges. In book club discussions, they share their thoughts and reflect on Ray’s experiences, connecting with the story in a meaningful way. Students develop empathy, cultural understanding, and a lasting appreciation for storytelling while experiencing the joy of reading as a community.

Book club members explore a novel-in-verse that brings basketball to life through dynamic poetry and powerful storytelling. Basketball lovers and poetry enthusiasts dive into themes of sibling rivalry, family bonds, and growing up. Through Reading with Relevance discussions, creative writing, and innovative activities, students build literacy skills, develop empathy, and create lasting peer connections in a vibrant literary community.

Students unfold new worlds through interconnected stories in this heartwarming book club celebrating Latino family life and community bonds. Carefully designed activities explore themes of identity and heritage while building critical thinking and cultural awareness. Students foster lasting connections and deepen their understanding of resilience as they complete fun creative writing activities and participate in peer discussions.

Readers follow Charlotte on her daring journey to disguise herself as a boy and pursue freedom in the Old West. In this captivating book club, historical fiction enthusiasts discuss themes of courage, determination, and breaking barriers while strengthening their literary analysis skills. Dynamic conversations about perseverance and identity create meaningful connections reinforced by Reading with Relevance activities and creative exploration.

Haley’s narrative of her world of friendship and belonging creates a safe harbor for meaningful conversations in this interactive book club experience. Thoughtful discussions dive into immigration, identity, and the power of storytelling while building critical thinking. Reading instruction, creative activities and peer connections foster understanding of community and social justice and strengthen students’ literacy and social-emotional skills.

Castle “Ghost” Cranshaw discovers his speed and confronts his past in this fast-paced book club experience for track enthusiasts and growth-minded readers. Engaging discussions explore themes of resilience, overcoming obstacles, and finding belonging while building critical thinking skills. Dynamic conversations and creative writing activities strengthen literacy and empathy and build lasting peer connections.

Jerome’s story bridges past and present in this powerful book club where conversations tackle civil rights issues with sensitivity and hope. Important discussions explore difficult themes of social justice and historical awareness while building critical thinking skills. Through Reading with Relevance activities, participants develop deeper understanding of social issues and forge strong peer connections that inspire positive change.

Malala Yousafzai’s inspiring fight for education turns book club into a journey of courage and global activism for young change-makers. Participants examine themes of human rights, perseverance, and advocacy while building critical thinking and cultural awareness. Through Reading with Relevance discussions and interactive activities, this transformative course strengthens literacy skills, fosters empathy, and creates meaningful peer connections.

Trevor Noah’s incredible journey of resilience and humor comes alive in this engaging book club that explores his experience during the South African apartheid. Participants discuss family dynamics, cultural identity, and overcoming challenges while building literacy and social skills. Carefully-designed activities, engaging conversation, and creative writing foster empathy and create lasting connections in this vibrant literary community.

Watch Esperanza’s neighborhood and dreams come to life through this exciting club on a classic book. Coming-of-age vignettes spark vibrant conversations about identity and belonging. Young readers explore themes of community, hope, and growing up while building literary analysis skills and cultural awareness. Reading with Relevance activities, meaningful discussions, and creative writing prompts inspire empathy and foster lasting connections.