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A Force of Literature: Where Readers, Writers and Thinkers Meet
Nicole Hannon
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(126)
In this semester course, we will read four fiction novels set in various times over the last century, all heavily intertwining literary themes, thematic text elements, deep discussion and text-inspired lessons and writing projects.
Class experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Intermediate Level
* * * REMINDER: Kindly ensure you read through the course outline and pace, AS WELL AS learner and teacher expectations * * * 1) For COMPLETE ENGAGEMENT, learners will need the following to accompany them to each class: -- the text we are reading (novel list shared below) -- a three-ring binder specific for this course, with loose-leaf notebook paper -- a folder for teacher-made printables (i.e. attachments, writing projects, homework, class activities) -- pencils and/ or pens for...
Each novel study and accompanying writing projects are intended to: -- highlight a different time over the last century -- incorporate connections and knowledge of history -- encourage in depth thinking, opinion-forming and discussion -- generate conversations that are not always 'easy' (i.e. some of Ellis' experiences in Cookies and Milk; Cash, Fitch and Bird's feelings about their parents' arguments) -- stretch and strengthen our writing muscles -- offer a variety of ways to express oneself -- nurture independent student skills
EDUCATION: Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT Bachelor of Arts, May 2007 Major: English Minor: Psychology
Homework Offered
As seen above, there will be: -- consistent reading assignments -- written assignments worked on in class that will need to be completed -- written projects worked on outside of class (always with prior modeling, clear descriptions and due dates) -- written assignments that will require revisions2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
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Grades Offered
Please see 'for COMPLETE ENGAGEMENT' above.
(All potential sensitive topics can also be seen in the above NOVEL STUDY 'BREAKDOWN') A Place to Hang the Moon (Kate Albus) potential sensitive topics: The main characters are orphans and long for the feeling of home. There is a scene in which the older siblings must go 'ratting' (catching and getting rid of rats) to earn money for the family they are staying with as evacuees. Cookies and Milk (Shawn Amos) potential sensitive topics: This loosely-based memoir takes place in a neighborhood that has areas that are deeply struggling and highlights some of this by discussing the homeless community. Within the pages of 85-89, a derogatory and offensive slur is used toward Ellis' family by a neighborhood homeless man, slurring his words from drink. Ellis' father and best friend use this as an opportunity to have a powerful and honest discussion about the power of words, name calling and bullying. A couple examples of slang are used by Ellis' father, such as when the oven baking his cookies starts smoking. We Dream of Space (Erin Entrada Kelly) potential sensitive topics: A large theme within the novel is the challenges that can be found in family life. This is often seen in the author's centering on the main characters' parents' relationship, who frequently argue and speak to one another unkindly. Their 'discussions' can reach a screaming level, with the author illustrating this in a specific way that can be seen in the following example on page 66: "You didn't have to explode in front of the [expletive] kids!" Please note that * * * * the [expletive] is NEVER USED * * *, just alluded to and written as such by the author for the purpose of highlighting the frequent parent dynamic. Surface mentions of middle schoolers beginning to have a 'crush' and 'going with' a boyfriend or girlfriend. A mention of considering a first kiss. The failed Challenger space mission is a central theme. The Unteachables (Gordon Korman) potential sensitive topics: Peer-to-peer name calling (i.e. 'this little creep')
-- A Place To Hang the Moon (Kate Albus) -- Cookies and Milk (Shawn Amos) -- We Dream of Space (Erin Entrada Kelly) -- The Unteachables (Gordon Korman)
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(126)
I may be grown up, but my favorite stories are still found in the land of youth literature! My natural inclination to read anywhere (including upside down in that childhood recliner I mention in my video!) grew to daydreaming about being the...
Group Class
$400
for 28 classes2x per week, 14 weeks
60 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-11
3-5 learners per class
