Book Club Meeting Plan: "Second Grade Rules, Amber Brown" and Second Grade Book Club Activity

Meeting Plan: Second Grade Rules by Paula Danziger

Duration: 75 MinutesParticipants: Students, Teachers, or Parents

1. Welcome and Introduction (10 minutes)

• Objective: Set a warm, welcoming tone for the meeting.

• Activity: Icebreaker where participants share their name and their favorite school rule or memory.

2. Book Overview (15 minutes)

• Objective: Provide a brief overview of Second Grade Rules and its main themes.

• Discussion Points:

  • Introduce Amber Brown and her character traits.

  • Highlight key events and challenges she faces regarding school rules.

  • Discuss how these rules relate to everyday school life.

  
  

3. Guided Group Discussion (15 minutes)

• Objective: Facilitate a deeper understanding of the book’s themes.

• Discussion Questions:

  • What rules does Amber find challenging, and how does she deal with them?

  • Why are rules important in a classroom setting?

  • How do Amber's friends influence her perspective on rules?

• Format: Open discussion, allowing students to share thoughts and connect personal experiences with the story.

4. Fun Activity: "Rule-Setting Scavenger Hunt" (20 minutes)

• Objective: Engage participants in a fun activity that reinforces the themes of the book.

• Instructions:

  • Create a scavenger hunt with clues related to school rules (e.g., “Find something that represents teamwork”).

  • Participants work in small groups to solve clues and find items or complete tasks around the meeting area.

• Materials Needed: Clue cards, small items to find or tasks to complete.

5. Snack Time (10 minutes)

• Theme-Related Snacks:

  • "Amber’s Colorful Fruit Cups": Individual fruit cups with a variety of colorful fruits to represent the diversity in rules and friends.

  • "Classroom Cracker Sandwiches": Cheese and deli meat sandwiches cut into shapes of school supplies (e.g., pencils, books).

  • "Friendship Trail Mix": A mix of pretzels, chocolate chips, and dried fruits, with a label emphasizing teamwork and friendship.

6. Wrap-Up and Reflection (5 minutes)

• Objective: Conclude the meeting by reinforcing key messages and reflections.

• Activity: Each participant shares one rule they want to follow and how they will encourage their friends to do the same.

• Closing: Thank everyone for their participation and encourage them to think about Amber’s story as they go about their school days.

Materials Needed:

• Copies of Second Grade Rules

• Scavenger hunt clues and items

• Snack ingredients (if applicable)

• Plates, napkins, and cups

Notes:

• Create a cozy environment with relevant decorations from the book to enhance engagement.

• Allow time for questions and sharing personal stories related to school experiences.