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Enhance your child's reading skills with New Jersey's premier 8th-grade tutors at Genie Academy! Our esteemed teaching team and dynamic reading curriculum are renowned for fostering exceptional learning experiences.
At Genie Academy, we empower every 8th grader with the tools and motivation to excel in reading. Our curriculum, perfectly aligned with school standards, is designed to enhance reading skills beyond the classroom setting, preparing students for high school and beyond. Explore our Hillsborough reading comprehension classes near you.
Genie Academy teaches children all the key reading topics, from literary elements to more advanced topics like figurative language.
Here are the subjects we cover:
Skill Assessment
At Genie Academy, we assess each child's reading level and learning style to make our classes specifically for them.
Customized Lesson Plan
Then, we create a personalized lesson plan. This plan focuses on the areas they need the most help.
Reading Teaching
Then, we start teaching reading in an easy way. We use different methods to make sure your child understands and enjoys learning.
Concluding Progress Test
At the end of the program, we have a test to see how much your child has learned. This shows us what else they might need to work on.
8th graders will delve deep into the intricacies of figurative language, unlocking new angles of literary expression and interpretation:
Interpretation and Analysis: Developing skills to interpret the deeper meanings behind figurative expressions, uncovering the layers of symbolism authors use.
Comparative Literature Studies: Analyzing the use of figurative language across different genres and authors, learning how these literary devices vary in context and effect.
Application in Writing: Encouraging students to incorporate figurative language into their own writing, enhancing creativity.
8th graders will discover the foundational aspects of literature through an engaging study of literary elements:
Exploring Core Elements: Students will explore essential literary elements such as plot, setting, character development, theme, and point of view.
Deepening Character Analysis: Emphasizing character development, students will learn to analyze characters' motivations, transformations, and roles within the story.
Narrative Structure and Dynamics: Examining the structure of narratives, including the significance of exposition, rising action, climax, and resolution.
Comparative Literary Studies: Engaging in comparative studies of literary works, students will analyze how different authors employ literary elements to achieve distinct effects.
8th graders will explore literary techniques while improving their interpretation and creative expression skills:
Advanced Exploration of Literary Devices: Students will delve into different literary devices, including but not limited to irony, symbolism, foreshadowing, and imagery.
Cross-Text Comparisons: Students will compare and contrast the use of literary devices across different genres and historical periods, understanding how context influences an author's choice of devices and the overall impact on the narrative.
Impact Analysis: Students will examine how literary devices influence the tone, mood, and themes of a work.
8th graders will explore text features in-depth, honing their ability to navigate and understand a wide range of texts effectively:
Graphical Analysis: Interpreting graphical tools such as charts, graphs, maps, and diagrams and integrating their information with text to gain a more complete understanding of the subject.
Structural Elements Understanding: Students will learn about the organizational patterns texts can follow, such as cause and effect, comparison and contrast, and chronological order.
Critically Assessing Text Features: Evaluating how text features contribute to the text's effectiveness, discussing how various features can enhance or detract from reader comprehension and engagement.
Knowledgeable & Passionate Coaches
At Genie Academy, we offer a team of knowledgeable and passionate coaches who prioritize your child's success.
Small Class Sizes
Our small class sizes ensure personalized attention, allowing us to implement our carefully designed curriculum based on the Genie Academy teaching philosophy.
Clear Communication and Curriculum Transparency
We believe in transparency. Your child brings home materials, and we keep you informed with regular feedback, Parent Coach conferences, and accessible student records on our Parent Portal.
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Here are our core programs:
Genie Academy teaches children to develop laser-sharp focus in various math subjects. Our method and learning materials train students to concentrate at the highest degree.
Genie Academy students learn to develop their writing abilities, covering grammar, structure, and style, tailored to their grade level and creative or academic needs.
At Genie Academy, we believe in providing the best learning experience for your child. Our experienced teachers are committed to helping children succeed in reading, writing, math, and coding.
Genie Academy coaches are committed to our mission of uncovering your student's genius. They are dedicated, passionate, exciting, and motivating. Our coaches are committed to making the Genie Academy experience fun for kids.
Classes run once a week and vary in length, depending on your child’s age. Toddler classes for children ages 3 ½ to 5 are for one hour. Junior and senior classes for students older than 5 are two hours. Class sizes are deliberately kept small so that teachers can give each child the maximum attention needed. No more than five children are in the toddler classes. No more than eight students are in the junior and senior classes.
Our team will evaluate your child to discover their strengths and weaknesses and provide an in-depth recommendation outline of what they need to ensure that they will succeed.