The Cyclone and a New World
How fantasy stories begin.
Fantasy Book Camp: A Journey Through the Land of Oz
A four-day camp for ages 8 to 12 exploring the classic fantasy The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Children read key chapters, map the world and talk about what makes a fantasy story work.
Class Experience
Each day focuses on one stage of the journey. The teacher reads a selected chapter with the group, then leads a discussion and a short creative task, such as drawing a map of Oz or inventing a new companion for Dorothy. Children compare the book with what they expected from the film.
How classes work
The camp meets 4 days in one week for 50 minutes a day, with up to 5 learners. Each day builds on the one before.
What we'll cover
Day 1: The Cyclone and a New World – How fantasy stories begin.
Day 2: Companions – What each character lacks and wants.
Day 3: The Wizard – Appearances and truth.
Day 4: There's No Place Like Home – Endings and what Dorothy learned.
Learning Outcomes
Describe the features of a fantasy story
Follow a quest plot and its stages
Compare characters and what each one wants
Create an original character or map inspired by the book
Prerequisites
Ages 8-12. No preparation needed. The text is in the public domain and is sent as a free PDF before class.
What You'll Need
- Supplies
- Free PDF of the textPaper and coloring pencils
- Device and internet
- Computer or tablet with camera and microphonestable internet connection
The text is in the public domain and is sent as a free PDF before class.
Syllabus
4 LessonsA step-by-step plan of what your child learns, class by class. · 1 Week
Companions
What each character lacks and wants.
The Wizard
Appearances and truth.
There's No Place Like Home
Endings and what Dorothy learned.
Available Times
Next 7 days, US Eastern Time
- Mon, Nov 16 · 11:00 AM
- Mon, Nov 16 · 4:30 PM
- Thu, Nov 19 · 1:30 PM
- Thu, Nov 19 · 6:30 PM
- Thu, Nov 19 · 7:30 PM
- Fri, Nov 20 · 10:00 AM
- Fri, Nov 20 · 5:30 PM
Parents Often Ask
No. Key chapters are read together in class. Keen readers can read the rest at home.
Yes, in several fun ways that the camp explores.
No. A free PDF is provided.
It meets 4 times in one week for 50 minutes each day, so it fits into a school break.
Each day builds on the one before, so attending every day is best.
Meet your Instructor
An experienced certified elementary teacher currently teaching fourth grade math and running book clubs that focus on reading comprehension and discussion skills. Trained in Math Recovery (AVMR Levels 1 and 2), with a research-based approach that values how children think about concepts. Book club sessions emphasize close reading, vocabulary development, and thoughtful discussion while building confidence and communication skills. Instruction is patient, encouraging, and tailored to individual learning needs to support steady progress and a love of reading.
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