Banned Book Club for Middle School
Kathy Wilder
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(437)
In this ongoing club we will read and discuss books that have made it onto banned book lists.
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
***𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀.*** "Why was this book banned" and "Why should you care?" are two questions I ask in every class. These questions encourage critical thinking and foster an understanding of the power dynamics that can lead to book banning. By asking learners to consider why a book may have been banned, they are compelled to consider the themes and ideas within the text that may be seen as controversial. This discussion leads to a deeper understanding and...
Homework Offered
Students will need to obtain a copy of the book and read (or listen on audiobook) before class begins. Books are available from local booksellers, amazon, online booksellers, and many local libraries.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
1 file available upon enrollmentStudents will need to obtain a copy of the book. Available at many local libraries, local booksellers, amazon, and other online booksellers.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Banned books deal with difficult subjects such as violence, racism, underage drinking, profanity, witchcraft, gender identity, anti or pro religion. Families should research the books before enrolling to determine if the books are appropriate for their child. As facilitator for this class we will address these subjects using critical thinking and context so learners will understand why the problematic and/or inaccurate ways of referencing people is not appropriate. Showing learners examples of biased language in a safe space will aid learners in developing their critical thinking skills so that they can identify bias in books on their own. FROM: Outschool... While our open community is our greatest source of strength, it also brings challenges. It is important to us that Outschool is a safe space for our users. Our members should treat each other without bias or prejudice across all pillars of diversity including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, religion, and gender identity.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(437)
Greetings and welcome to our classroom adventure, where curiosity takes the reins! I'm Kathy, your guide on this exciting journey of exploration. In our classroom, we embrace The Socratic Method, believing that questions fuel our learning...
Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 124 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
1-8 learners per class
