Dorot Bookclub: The Diary of a Young Girl - Anne Frank
First published in 1947 Anne's writings will guide us through her family's struggle to survive the Holocaust in Netherlands.
Samantha Star, M.Ed
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4.9
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What's included
6 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
For two years Anne hid in an annex with 7 other people during World War 2. She wrote her thoughts on paper and in notebooks during that time. This book has been reprinted in over 70 languages and serves as a testament to Anne Frank's life and times. Students will be responsible for completing the reading ahead of time. During class, we will discuss the significance of the readings. The questions asked will include questions on vocabulary, comprehension, and history. We will go on a virtual tour of the secret annex as we discuss the time Anne spent there. Each lesson will include time for introductions, greetings, and a synopsis of the previous week's readings. We will also watch Anne Frank's video diary to compare and contrast. Page numbers will vary from book to book as many editions are available, please read based on the diary entry dates listed below: Week 1: Read up until November 10, 1942 Week 2: Read up until July 29, 1943 Week 3: Read up until January 12, 1944 Week 4: Read up until March 16, 1944 Week 5: Read up until May 3, 1944 Week 6: Read until the end of the book Learners will be provided with a digital notebook created in Google Slides to review after each class. Learners are required to have a copy of the book The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank (I will be teaching using the standard version, NOT the Definitive Edition)
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This book discusses the reality of living in Europe during WWII.
Anne and her family can hear air raids and shooting.
They hear news of acquaintances being taken away to concentration camps.
In some versions of the diary, Anne discusses her developing body and desires towards a female friend.
Older versions of the book, printed before 1989 may not include these portions. If you would like to verify your copy, you can check on
January 6 1944 and March 24 1944.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Yad Vashem
Anne Frank House
Joined April, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a former employee of March of the Living, a trip that takes high school students to Poland and Israel with Holocaust survivors. I have attended training for chaperones on March of the Living and later facilitated chaperone training as well.
I also hold a certificate in Experiential Jewish Education from Yeshiva University.
I am currently completing my M.Ed in Educational Psychology.Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
30 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-8 learners per class
