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Season's Readings: Classic Novel Study of a Christmas Carol for Middle School

Students will enjoy the winter holiday season by studying this classic book by Charles Dickens through analysis, discussion, and nonfiction text.
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3 live meetings
2 hrs 45 mins in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. • Students will be asked to read 2 to 3 chapters per week • Depending on reading level, this should take 1 to 2 hours

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 9
Intermediate Level
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CLASS SYNOPSIS
7th, 8th, and 9th grade students will enjoy the winter holiday season by studying this classic novel through analysis, discussion, and nonfiction text.

OVERVIEW
    • This is a read-and-discuss course. Discussion revolves around analysis based on the chapters read.  Content listed below “CONTENT”
    • Students will read 2 to 3 chapters prior to class each class
    • The class will engage in analytical discussion revolving around instructor prompts/questions

• A Christmas Carol provides several opportunities for rich analytical discussion.
    • Literary element instruction (as opportunity presents itself from the text)
    • In order to develop a well-rounded analysis of the novel, students will be instructed on the biographical information of the author (Charles Dickens), as well as the historical setting in which the novel was written in (The Victorian Literary Period).  Students will create connections between this information, and the content of the novel throughout the course. 
    • Class discussion will revolve around the following novel-centered themes:
        ‣ Family dynamics
        ‣ Redemption
        ‣ Spirituality
        ‣ Time and memory
        ‣ Wealth and poverty
        ‣ Class
        ‣ Values

TEACHING STYLE
    • I want my students to discuss, interact, and learn from each other! Every chance I get,  I will encourage them to respond to other’s ideas
    • I hope to facilitate conversation, protect think-time, and pose questions that provoke deeper thought based on the central text
    • I hope that students feel as welcomed to think as they are challenged in their thinking. 
    • While I will challenge students to think deeply, their perspective will always be encouraged and celebrated
    • I love interacting with my students!  I will be apart of the conversation as well 😁
    • Lecture-style lessons will be taught to ensure all students comprehend concepts and themes

PRICING BREAKDOWN:
Class 1: $10 (NOTE: session covers background information and usually ends early!)
Class 2: $25
Class 3: $25
TOTAL: $60
Learning Goals
Students will strengthen their focus and reading-comprehension skills
Students will learn to critically think and pose questions during and after reading a text that help it become more engrossing, educational, and enriching
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Parental Guidance
The story centers around the Christmas holiday Ghosts and death are major themes that could be frightening depending on sensitivity NOTE: The following subjects will be approached with maturity and an educational perspective. SEXUAL CONTENT • VIOLENCE • Ghosts and death are major themes that could be frightening depending on sensitivity RELIGION RACISM SEXISM AND SOCIAL NEGATIVITIES • The story centers around the Christmas holiday • Elements of Christianity PROFANITY • DRUGS/ALCOHOL • NOTE: I cannot control the perspectives of all members of the class, however, I will hold students to respectfulness and acceptance of their peers
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NOTE: I am NOT affiliated with the following source:
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Nebraska Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Bachelor's degree from Grace University 
Certification to Teach Secondary Students from the University of Nebraska at Omaha
Endorsement in English/Language Arts from the University of Nebraska at Omaha
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Over 10 years of experience in various educational positions

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weekly or $60 for 3 classes
1x per week, 3 weeks
55 min

Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
1-6 learners per class

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