Fever 1793: Novel Study with Modern Day Connections

Coach Hall's AP® Lang Essay Review and 1:1 Tutoring (20 Minutes)

Striving Students Towards Success, LLC.

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In this 4 week course, students will read the novel 'Fever 1793' and identify the literary elements used to build the story. Students will also read news stories and articles to draw connections to the COVID pandemic.

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Learners will read the novel 'Fever 1793' by Laurie Anderson and discuss the similarities and differences between today's pandemic and the Yellow Fever epidemic of 1793. I provide learners with a comprehension study guide so they can practice their ability to find textual evidence when answering questions. The class discussions are guided by the study guide so learners will always be prepared to participate in class. I will ask learners to draw connections to the story and present day...

I have a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature and a Master's Degree in Special Education. I have been teaching in the classroom for over ten years to Middle and High School students. I am certified to teach English Language Arts and Special Education in the state of New York.

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The novel surrounds the real pandemic that occured in Philadelphia. There is talk of death and sickness but the story is a recommended for young adult readers.

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Striving Students Towards Success, LLC.

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(219)

Hello! My name is Nicole Hess and I live in the city of Buffalo, New York. I have a Master’s Degree in Special Education and a Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature. I have been teaching in New York state for over ten years and on Outschool for...