Book Club
Book Club introduces reading as an interactive, social experience. Students meet weekly to read, discuss, express their opinions and explore the book through activities that supplement and expand reading practice. Movie and play scripts are popular choices because they allow for high engagement with the text.
Book Club encourages members as they continue to develop comprehension and communication skills. It also serves as an opportunity for developing social relationships with others who love good stories.
This is a free program for DSL members 16+
September RSVP
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Kentucky Book Club meets Tuesdays from 5-6 pm but check the DSL calendar to ensure Book Club is still confirmed
This September, we’re stepping into the world of poetic prose and timeless tales as we dive into all things Shakespeare! Get ready to explore the rich history of Shakespeare and the fascinating era of Renaissance writing. We’ll read some of his most iconic poems and stories, unravel the magic of his language, and even try our hand at crafting our own Shakespeare-inspired masterpieces.
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September 2nd
Session One: History of Shakespeare
Today, we’ll journey back to the Renaissance to uncover the life and legacy of William Shakespeare. We’ll read snippets from some of his most iconic works and explore what writing looked like in his time.
September 9th
Session Two: Romeo and Juliet
This week, we’ll dive into excerpts from Romeo and Juliet and explore the beautiful, poetic language Shakespeare used. We’ll focus on vocabulary, discuss the meaning behind the words, and unpack the timeless theme of forbidden love.
September 16th
Session Three: Crafting Our Own Story
Inspired by Shakespearean and Renaissance-era language, we’ll brainstorm a list of dramatic and romantic words—then use them to begin writing our very own Renaissance-inspired romance stories.
September 23rd
Session Four: Shakespearean Mad Libs
Let’s put a fun twist on a Shakespearean classic! We’ll fill in the blanks with our own words to recreate a well-known tale, adding humor and creativity while learning about plot and tone.
September 30th
Session Five: Romance Writing Wrap Up
To wrap up the month, we’ll complete and share our original romance stories with the group. Prepare for dramatic declarations, poetic prose, and plenty of applause!
Indiana Book Club
Wednesday's from 5:30 - 6:30
Always check the DSL Calendar to ensure meeting time and location.
Questions? Email Jon B
DSL has a new Online Library!
DSL’s new online library membership will provide us with easy and free access to over 900,000 books. This membership is provided through Bookshare®, a FREE online library that makes reading more accessible across several devices. With Bookshare, students who struggle with reading can access books in alternative formats and customize their reading experience to suit their learning style.
Some adaptations include:
– Listening to audiobooks with voice and reading speed customization.
– Following along with the text using karaoke-style highlighting.
– Enlarging font sizes, changing font type, color, background, and highlighting.
Click HERE below for a step-by-step process to get logged into the Bookshare app!