Dystopian Book Club: Red Queen
In this four week course, we will read and discuss Victoria Aveyard's young adult page-turner Red Queen in a relaxed, book club style class.
Sara Gatilogo
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(164)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will be required to read the assigned chapters before class, approximately 100 pages.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
If you enjoy dystopian novels like The Hunger Games, Divergent, or The Testing, you will love Red Queen. Victoria Aveyard creates a world where a super-powered elite with silver blood rules over the masses of red blooded commoners. This thrilling story follows Mare Barrow as she realizes that she has power she never knew she had and finds herself swept up in an adventure she never asked for. In this four-week class, learners will participate in meaningful discussions and engaging activities as we read the novel together. Book clubs are an excellent way to engage reluctant readers or help enthusiastic readers dig a little deeper. Students will need their own copy of the text to complete assigned readings before attending class. We will explore the text and it's themes through discussion and a variety of engaging critical thinking activities. Class will be conducted in a casual, book club style with plenty of time for discussion. As we discuss the book we will work on: -expressing our thoughts and opinions and listening to others -comprehension -prediction -character analysis -plot development The reading schedule will be as follows: Lesson 1: chapters 1-7 Discussion and activities will focus on author and setting Lesson 2: chapters 8-14 Focus on character contrast and development Lesson 3: chapters 15-21 Focus on plot and predictions Lesson 4: chapters 22-epilogue (finish book) Focus on themes developed through the story
Learning Goals
Students will sharpen their literacy skills and foster their love of reading!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This book contains adventure, violence, and mature themes. If you are concerned, you can read more at the link below.
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews/red-queen-book-1
Supply List
A copy of Red Queen.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2021
5.0
164reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Western Carolina University
Hi! My name is Sara Gatilogo. I graduated from Western Carolina University with a degree in Secondary English Education. I am certified in high school English, middle grades Language Arts, and special education. I've been an educator for 6 years in a variety of settings.
Experience:
1 year student teaching with 10th grade honors students
3 years 7th grade Exceptional Children’s Language Arts
3 years ESL online with VIPkid
Almost one year on Outschool and loving every minute of it!
I am passionate about building authentic positive relationships with my students. By modeling healthy relationships and creating a safe place for them to flourish, I hope to give my students life skills beyond the content I teach. I create safe, inviting spaces for kids to build relationships with other students, practicing the skills of empathy in the context of a caring community.
My husband and I have two daughters and two dogs. I love to read, bake, and knit (but not all at the same time!). I can't wait to see you in class!Reviews
Live Group Class
$48
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
2-8 learners per class
