Rekindle the joy of reading in children! We begin by reframing the book discussion: from "What is the book all about?" to "How did you encounter the book?" The books for discussion are "The Wild Robot" and “The Wild Robot Escapes.”

 

For Ages 8-12

TBA

Php 3500

Program Description

Journeys into Reading aims to rekindle the joy and the sense of wonder among readers in their encounter with literature. Activities that challenge young readers to imagine, to play and create, and to ask questions are the key features of the month-long program. Readers are envisioned to develop self-confidence when thinking through problems, making choices and in expressing their thoughts and ideas with others.

Course Outline

Week 1 – The Story Mountain and the Character in Journey

Week 2 – Conflicts. Problems. And, Solutions

Week 3 – Down the Story Mountain

Week 4 – Reading into Writing Experience

INSTRUCTOR


Zarah Gagatiga

  • teacher librarian

  • author of children’s books

  • literacy coach

  • board member of the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY)

 Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the flow of a typical session?

Each session starts with an interactive lecture.

Will there be any assignments to be given?

Short ssignments are given after every session.

Does this class have a manual?

After each session, copies of the slides and other supplementary materials are uploaded on Google Classroom.

 

What Parents Say:

My daughter liked the recommended books and answering the homework. She started to enjoy reading more books because of this program. - Mommy Bianca