Anne of Green Gables by Any Other Name
Shilo Dawn
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(6)
Reading and creative writing course based on Anne of Green Gables
Class experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Each week, students will be expected to read 3-4 chapters out of the book prior to class. With the exception of our first class, where we will do introductions, we will start each class with students sharing their story based on the reading and theme from the previous week. Students will discuss whether they feel like the changed elements did or did not change the overall storyline. Students should expect to spend 20-25 minutes doing this at the beginning of each class. We will then...
This class will give students the opportunity to read and discuss "Anne of Green Gables." Some of the discussions will include talking about prejudices in the book. This may include sexism, racism, and stereotypes. Students will also practice creative writing skills based on a weekly writing assignment.
I have loved the story of "Anne of Green Gables" since I was a little kid. My first experience with it was watching the Megan Follows and Jonathan Crombie made-for-television movie as well as its sequels. From that moment on, I was convinced that I would one day marry Gilbert Blythe. I've since watched the movies multiple times as well as read the whole series over and over again. When I was about 11 or 12, I discovered that L.M. Montgomery and I share a birthday, which was really exciting. I hope to share my love of this book as well as my love of creative writing through this class. I also hold a Master's degree in Creative Writing and enjoy helping others to develop their own writing skills, especially fiction writing skills. This book does deal with some controversial and potentially hurtful topics, including sexism, racism, racial slurs, stereotypes, and inaccurate descriptions of Natives. For roughly four years, I taught English to students in China. In some of our lessons, we would discuss topics that were controversial and at times hurtful, including segregation in the United States, racism, controversial political figures, and other delicate topics. I have found that one of the best ways to address difficult or sensitive topics such as these is to point out that while these actions may have been accepted at a certain time and in a certain culture, these actions and attitudes are not acceptable.
Homework Offered
Students should do the reading before class each week. This will be 3-4 chapters per week. Each week, students should also do their own creative writing of the portion of the story that we read the previous week based on the theme or story element that we discussed in the previous class.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
All students will need a copy of "Anne of Green Gables." Students are welcome to use physical, audio, or digital copies of the book. For those who prefer the digital version, they can be found at the Project Gutenberg website at https://www.gutenberg.org/. Students should also have a way to do their creative writing. They can handwrite their stories using a pen and notebook, or they can write it on an electronic device, such as a computer or tablet.
Sexism, underage unintentional drunkenness, racism, racial slurs, stereotypes, and harmful and inaccurate descriptions of Native are some of the sensitive topics that students may encounter in their reading. If these are topics that you feel might be an issue for your student, I encourage you to read over the material with your student and discuss any potential issues prior to each class. I have found that one of the best ways to address difficult or sensitive topics such as these in class is to point out that while these actions may have been accepted at a certain time and in a certain culture, these actions and attitudes are not acceptable. Students will be able to express their thoughts and opinions on these topics as long as they remain respectful. If students cannot be respectful, they may be removed from the classroom for a time to protect the rights and comfort of other students. It is important to note that these potentially controversial or sensitive topics will be addressed beginning with our first lesson since we will be discussing sexism in our first meeting.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(6)
I am Ms. Shilo. I enjoy reading, writing, and sports. My favorite sports are soccer and American football. I'm also a bit obsessed with watching the Olympics and will watch as many events as possible when they are going on. I have a BA in...
Group Class
$15
weekly or $150 for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
2-8 learners per class
