Start a new adventure with us this summer…
This year’s Series Starter Summer Sessions invite elementary readers to step into the first book of four delightful series—each one opening the door to new characters, new questions, and new worlds to love. Guided by Mr. and Mrs. A, students will discover how great stories begin, meeting unforgettable characters and exploring the moments that set an entire series in motion.
Together, we’ll spend time enjoying what makes these stories so engaging: the friendships, the humor, the small surprises, and the big ideas tucked inside simple tales. From playful mischief to heartfelt family moments, each book offers something to enjoy while helping students grow as attentive, thoughtful readers. Whether your student is brand new to these books or revisiting old favorites, these discussions are designed to spark a love of reading and build confidence in sharing ideas with others.
Join us for 4 fun discussions on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM Eastern (10:00 AM Pacific) according to the schedule below:
July 14th: The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Four runaway siblings turn an abandoned boxcar into their secret home, living off their wits and sticking together no matter what. It’s a cozy, clever adventure about independence, family, and making a life of your own.
July 21st: Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren
Pippi is the strongest, wildest kid you’ve ever met—she lives alone, does whatever she wants, and turns every ordinary day into a hilarious adventure!
July 28th: Beezus and Ramona by Beverly Cleary
Beezus Quimby is trying to be responsible, but her little sister Ramona keeps turning everyday life into chaos—from ruined library books to unpredictable schemes. Between frustration and laughter, their family life unfolds in a series of unforgettable, all-too-real moments.
August 4th: Soup by Robert Newton Peck
Soup and his best friend Rob spend their days dreaming up outrageous plans, from digging for treasure to taming imaginary dangers, with results that rarely go as expected. Their small-town adventures are packed with mishaps, mischief, and the kind of stories that grow bigger every time they’re told.
Course Details
Instructor: Adam and Missy Andrews
Schedule: Weekly 1.5-hour Socratic discussions (see full schedule and topics below) are held at 1:00 PM Eastern Time (10:00 AM Pacific) on Tuesdays.
Live Webinars: Online meeting software (included in tuition) provides screen sharing and live audio with chat. Students raise hands to participate aloud, chat with the instructor, and see the instructor via live video.
Recordings: High quality video recordings of each class (with discussion notes in PDF format) allow students to participate asynchronously if desired. Students receive an email invitation to join the student database, where they have access to recordings and notes from each discussion.
Tuition: $116
Upon enrollment, the student will download a registration packet with complete instructions for joining each online discussion. For more information, please email Missy Andrews at missy@centerforlit.com.
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We appreciate the responsibility involved in choosing curriculum materials for your students, and we ask you to make this decision carefully. If your plans change and your student must withdraw from a class, CenterForLit can transfer your registration to a different class or to a future term; however, THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR ONLINE CLASS REGISTRATIONS.
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