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Fahrenheit 451: First Section - The Hearth and The Salamander
Cath
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In this class, we will examine the first section of Fahrenheit 451 as a work of literature and contrast it with our world today in preparation for learners tackling the book in school, or reading it for personal growth and enjoyment.
Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
This is the first of three classes examining Fahrenheit 451. In this class, we will examine the first section of the book; The Hearth and The Salamander. First, we will talk about what happens in this section of the book. We find out about the world that the characters live in, what they go through in their inter personal relationships and what made their world come to be how it is. Next, we will look at literary devices such as figurative language, tone and descriptive language. Finally,...
- To understand the storyline so far. To understand the issues and themes raised in this section of the novel. To notice the devices used such as figurative language and symbology of fire in this section. To understand the character Mildred. To engage with issues raised and compare them to the issues we face today.
I have taught in primary (elementary) schools and secondary (high) schools in the UK and Belgium, and I have taught online for four years as a TEFL teacher, teaching children aged 3-16. I am currently undertaking a lengthy Literature course and I hope to bring the skills I am learning as well as my love for literature to these classes.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Read the next section of the novel, The Sieve and The Sand.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Write 500 words (or more) on what you have learned from reading The Hearth and The Salamander.
Pen or pencils and paper as well as a copy of Fahrenheit 451.
This book can be emotionally challenging, especially in this section. In this section, Mildred overdoses on her sleeping tablets. It is unclear if this was deliberate or an accident due to Mildred having a very short attention span. Her stomach is pumped and her husband Montag tries to address the matter with her the next morning, but she has forgotten about it. According to the schools syllabuses, this book is taught in schools to 14-16 year olds, hence my suggested appropriate age for this class.
Fahrenheit 451.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Hi! I am a teacher from England, UK. I have taught in UK schools and one school in Belgium. I have taught English online for six years. I am a regularly published writer, and have just released another novel. I teach English grammar lessons, and I...
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Group Class
$15
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
1-6 learners per class
