
Curio: Newbery Book Club Waitlist
📚 Read Deep, Think Big!
💡 Spots are limited! Join the waitlist today, and we’ll notify you when enrollment opens. The first class begins as soon as we reach 3 students per session.
Does your child love great books and meaningful discussions? The Curio Newbery Book Club is a live, online class designed for avid readers (ages 9-13) who want to go beyond the surface and explore literary themes, characters, and big ideas—all in a fun and engaging small-group setting.
How It Works:
✅ We’ll start with The Giver – then explore more Newbery-winning books!
✅ Weekly discussions – Guided live discussions that spark critical thinking.
✅ Printable book studies included – No extra fees for materials!
✅ Two structured essays – Mid-book and final writing assignments to build writing skills.
✅ Flexible class length – 4-9 weeks depending on book length.
Class Details:
💻 Live Meeting Time Options:
🔹 Wednesdays 8PM ET / 7PM CT / 5PM PT
🔹 Thursdays 5PM ET / 4PM CT / 2PM PT
💲 $18 per week (50-minute class)
🎓 ESA-Approved – Use your ESA funds for this class!
🚀 Be the first to know when we launch!
Curio: Newbery Book Club Waitlist

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