Book Club: Matilda by Roald Dahl
In this literature class, we will meet once a week for four weeks to discuss Matilda by Roald Dahl while building vocabulary and talking about characterization and what cause and effect are.
Mary Gullett
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(499)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will we asked to read approximately 10 pages a day outside of class and to complete a couple short assignments as they read. Please read chapters 1-6 (The Reader of Books through The Platinum-Blond Man) before the start of the first class.Class Experience
Matilda Wormwood is the reader of books. All of the books. She is smart, VERY smart. Some would even call her gifted. Unfortunately, her parents don't see her this way. Matilda's parents think she wastes her time with books and that she should be watching more television. As you can tell, they aren't very pleasant people. But, when Matilda starts school she meets a wonderful person who will change her life forever. Each lesson we will learn new vocabulary words, talk about character traits, and use different strategies for reading comprehension. Students will be asked to read approximately 10 pages a day outside of class and we will read one or two chapters in class together. Students will be asked periodically to read in class but this is optional. Day/week 1: Chapters 1-6 (The Reader of Books through The Platinum-Blond Man) Day/week 2: Chapters 7-11 (Miss Honey through Bruce Bogtrotter and the Cake) Day/week 3: Chapters 12-15 (Lavender through The Second Miracle) Day/week 4: Chapters 16-21 (Miss Honey's Cottage through A New Home) *Please read chapters 1-6 (The Reader of Books through The Platinum-Blond Man) before the start of the first class. **For this class, students need to be able to read at a third grade reading level or higher.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This book may not be suitable for all readers. It does contain some abuse and neglect against children. Parental discretion is advised.
Supply List
Students will need a copy of Matilda by Roald Dahl, paper and pencil for the homework.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A2)
Joined June, 2020
4.9
499reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have my bachelors degree in special education plus additional course work for art and TESOL (teaching English as a second language). I have been working with children for more than 20 years including as a certified teacher and a homeschool mom. I have worked with a wide variety of age groups and and taught a variety of subjects including severe-profound special education preschool, honors high school and everything in between. But my specialties are drawing, brick building classes, elementary literacy, special education and baking. I even own small bakery!
My husband and I have three children. We enjoy camping, hiking, going to the park and playing board games as a family. My personal hobbies include baking, reading, painting, drawing and crocheting.
I look forward to seeing you in class!Reviews
Live Group Class
$14
weekly or $56 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
2-8 learners per class
