Book Club - Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo (WWI Novel Study)
Ms Riot, your online classroom teacher
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Introducing my Book Study Course on the modern classic, "Private Peaceful."
Learners will read and explore the themes, characters and historical context. This book is set in World War I, and does have some distressing content.
Class experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Intermediate Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
New to Outschool? Use code: MsRiot20 for $20 to use against any class. Delve deep into Michael Morpurgo's compelling narrative as we dissect the plot, characters, and themes that make "Private Peaceful" a literary gem. Our comprehensive analysis aims to enhance your understanding and appreciation of this thought-provoking novel. Private Peaceful is the stunning classic novel of love and war from Michael Morpurgo, beloved and bestselling author of War Horse Told in the voice of Private Tommo...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction- Welcome and Introduction! - Introduction to the Novel and the Author - Introduction to the context (World War I) Lesson 1 homework - Independent reading of chapter 1 (audio version available on youtube)Week 2Lesson 2Characters and narrators- Discussion around chapter 1 - Activities considering identifying the narrators and the characters - Shared reading of chapter 2 (volunteers with no enforced public reading) Lesson 2 homework - Finish chapter 2 if needed. Independent reading of chapter 3 (audio version available on youtube)Week 3Lesson 3Themes- Discussion around chapter 3 - Activities considering the difference between childhood then and today - Shared reading of chapter 4 (volunteers with no enforced public reading) Lesson 3 homework - Finish chapter 4 if needed. Independent reading of chapter 5 (audio version available on youtube)Week 4Lesson 4Emotions- Discussion around chapter 5 - Activities considering reader responses to what has happened so far - Shared reading of chapter 6 (volunteers with no enforced public reading) Lesson 4 homework - Finish chapter 6 if needed. Independent reading of chapter 7 (audio version available on youtube)Week 5Lesson 5War- Discussion around chapter 7 - Activities considering enlistment and propaganda - Shared reading of chapter 8 (volunteers with no enforced public reading) Lesson 5 homework - Finish chapter 8 if needed. Independent reading of chapter 9 (audio version available on youtube)Week 6Lesson 6The trenches- Discussion around chapter 9 - Activities considering life on the trenches and looking at real letters sent home - Shared reading of chapter 10 (volunteers with no enforced public reading) Lesson 6 homework - Finish chapter 10 if needed. Independent reading of chapter 11 (audio version available on youtube)Week 7Lesson 7Predictions- Discussion around chapter 11 - Activities considering predictions we can make about the characters - Shared reading of chapter 12 (volunteers with no enforced public reading) Lesson 7 homework - Finish chapter 12 if needed (audio version available on youtube)Week 8Lesson 8The ending- Discussion around chapter 12 - Activities considering what has happened - Teacher reading of chapter 13. Lesson 8 homework - Share your final thoughts in any format - a written assignment, an art assignment or whatever you prefer. (optional)
Embark on a literary journey with my Book Study Course, where the poignant narrative of "Private Peaceful" becomes a gateway to a world of discovery, reflection, and enriched literary understanding.
Greetings! I'm Ms. Riot, a creative teacher (certified, qualified and experienced) from London, England. My teaching adventure began at university with the completion of my 4-year degree (Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Primary Education) back in 2007. In the UK, we achieve our QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) through additional exams and proven experience which I also achieved in 2007. My dissertation allowed me to carry out research into how we can motivate young learners to want to read more. I completed one of my student teaching placements in Arizona, USA and I worked as the Literacy Lead for two summers at a not-for-profit camp in New York, USA. As an elementary classroom teacher, I developed creative classrooms where students felt safe enough to fail. My passion for reading also allowed me to develop a new career as a high school librarian, teaching reading lessons across the school. I have also taught students English up to the age of 16 at a prestigious online school. More recently, I have worked within the learning department in a large museum, teaching at a range of online schools and designing curriculum for education resource companies. I also deliver lectures to trainee teachers. At the heart of my teaching philosophy lies a belief that learning should be an adventure, sprinkled with curiosity and laughter. We can be serious about learning without it always being too serious.
Homework Offered
Chapters will be prescribed between each lesson. Learners can read from their own novel, or listen to the audio book on youtube. Each audiobook section ranges from 15-25 minutes of homework a week.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Learners can join in however suits best. I don't mind if cameras are off (after being on for registration), and no learner will ever be asked to read out loud unless they want to. This is a teacher lead lesson.
A copy of Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo
If you are unsure about the content of Private Peaceful, please do explore it further - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1048645.Private_Peaceful The book explores themes of war.
Learners will need their own copy of Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo.
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(22)
🌟 Welcome to the classroom of Ms. Riot! 🌟 Greetings! I'm Ms. Riot, a creative teacher (certified, qualified and experienced) from London, England. My teaching adventure began at university with the completion of my 4-year degree (Bachelor of Arts...
Group Class
$19
weekly or $152 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-5 learners per class
