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Book Club: Call of the Wild
In our book club, students will delve into Jack London's "The Call of the Wild," exploring themes of survival, transformation, and the natural world, while enhancing their literary analysis and discussion skills.
Class Experience
Are you ready for an adventure that will take you deep into the heart of the Klondike? Welcome to our "Call of the Wild" Book Club, a captivating and educational journey designed for students who love reading, exploring, and discussing classic literature. Meeting once a week for eight weeks, we will explore the remarkable journey of Buck, a domestic dog who transforms into a wild creature, uncovering themes of survival, transformation, and the natural world. Through interactive discussions,...
- Students will be able to compare and contrast the literary elements of the book, and use this knowledge to create analysis writing pieces to given prompts that evaluate and investigate the main literary elements and themes of the novel.
With over ten years of experience teaching middle school math, language arts, and social studies, I excel in creating engaging and interactive lessons for all students. My dedication to fostering a love for learning and creativity consistently results in positive outcomes and enthusiastic student participation.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: Available upon requestFeedback: Available upon requestDetails: Students will be provided an interactive Google notebook to keep track of their own notes, annotations, thoughts, in order to prepare for the class discussions during our meetings. Homework is not mandatory, but rather encouraged to prepare for the group class time.Grading
Frequency: Available upon requestDetails: I can provide feedback on literary analysis of prompts, and an end-of-session grade for the class, based on ELA standards mastery for the students' grade level. For example, if a child is in 5th grade, I will use the 5th grade literary analysis standards to evaluate student mastery of the standards at the completion of this class.
"The Call of the Wild" by Jack London. An audiobook is also acceptable for use in this class, although I encourage a physical book along with the audiobook, if possible.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Parents should be aware of the following sensitive content in "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London: Violence: The novel contains scenes of animal violence and brutality, including dog fights and harsh treatment of dogs by humans. Buck, the protagonist, experiences and witnesses considerable physical hardship and conflict. Death: There are several instances where animals die or suffer due to harsh conditions, mistreatment, or natural predation, which can be distressing to sensitive readers. Survival: The book vividly describes the struggle for survival in the wild, which includes depictions of hunger, cold, and the brutal realities of life in the Klondike during the Gold Rush. Treatment of Animals: Characters in the book often treat animals cruelly, which reflects the historical context but may be upsetting for young readers or those sensitive to animal welfare issues. Nature: The novel portrays nature as indifferent and often harsh, which can be a stark contrast to more idealized representations of nature. Discussing these elements with your children before they read the book can help prepare them and provide a framework for understanding the historical context and themes of survival and transformation before they attend class.
"The Call of the Wild" by Jack London. An audiobook is also acceptable for use in this class, although I encourage a physical book along with the audiobook, if possible.
Joined May, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hello! My name is Rachel Pacheco, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to our class. I live in the beautiful state of Arizona, where the sun always shines and adventure is around every corner. I have a wonderful family and an adorable dog who keeps us...
Group Class
$20
weekly or $160 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
4-8 learners per class
