Kamizen Book Club | Ages 9 - 12
Six weeks of adventure, Japanese folklore, discussion and creative activities.
Service Description
A six-week online book club for confident and developing readers aged approximately 9–12. Over six weeks, we’ll explore Kamizen together, diving into its adventure, Japanese folklore, characters and mysteries through lively discussion and creative activities. Each session is led by a qualified teacher and designed to help children enjoy reading while developing their comprehension, vocabulary and confidence in sharing their ideas. Children will: ✔ discuss characters, events and important moments ✔ make predictions and explore clues ✔ develop inference and comprehension skills ✔ discover vocabulary and elements of Japanese folklore ✔ explain and justify their ideas ✔ take part in short creative activities inspired by the story There are no tests and no pressure to speak. Children are encouraged to contribute at their own pace in a friendly, supportive small group. What’s included: ✔ 6 weekly live sessions ✔ Small group – maximum 5 children ✔ Structured reading and discussion activities ✔ Creative book-inspired tasks ✔ Led by a qualified teacher (QTS) ✔ Online via Zoom A fun way to discover a brilliant story, meet other young readers and build confidence along the way. About the book Twelve-year-old Jonty’s quiet summer changes when a talking bonobo leads him through a mysterious Japanese Memory Gate into a magical world inspired by Japanese folklore. There, he must face yōkai, dangerous trials and a ruthless sky-pirate crew as he races to protect precious memories connected to his grandfather.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Reading Club Policy The Reading Club runs as a 6-week programme. Payment of £40 secures your child’s place for the full programme. Spaces are limited to ensure a calm, supportive, and engaging group environment. Missed Sessions If your child is unable to attend a session, sessions cannot be refunded or transferred. A short summary of the reading covered can be provided so your child can stay up to date with the story. Cancellations Cancellations made more than 7 days before the programme begins will receive a full refund. Cancellations made within 7 days of the start date are non-refundable, as places are limited and cannot usually be filled at short notice. Behaviour Expectations The Reading Club is designed to be a positive and respectful space where children feel confident sharing their ideas. Children are expected to: participate respectfully listen to others contribute in a supportive way If behaviour significantly disrupts the group, Mindset Counts reserves the right to remove a participant from the programme. Minimum Numbers If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the programme may be rescheduled or cancelled. In this case, a full refund will be provided.
Contact Details
info@mindsetcounts.co.uk
London, UK