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High School Summer Book Club: The Literary Omnivore 1.1
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
*Parental advisory. This course is designed for mature readers. Books in this course may contain graphic violence, strong language, sexual content, drug use, supernatural elements, and other mature themes. Parental discretion is advised. **This is a fast-paced reading course, meaning that we will be reading at a college level speed typically around 150-200 pages per week. *** Students are not required to take courses in order and may take courses individually. Separate enrollment is...
In this course students will… -determine theme; -analyze plot and its various phases; -examine how literary elements affect plot progression, assist in character development, and convey meaning, including: motif, symbol, foreshadowing, echoing, flashback, opposition, metaphor, irony, foil, choice of language; -understand the mono-myth (Hero’s Journey) and character archetypes; aligned with core ELA standards
I have been working in education for nearly 20 years, primarily as a high school English teacher and speech and debate coach. I am certified and experienced in both AP English Literature and Composition and AP Language and Composition. I have also taught at the middle school and primary school levels, and I have taught traditional ELA and ESL course in both the United States and China, as well as teaching online. I specialize in literary analysis and writing instruction, but I am also known for my fun and engaging projects and have an extensive background in Project Based Learning.
Homework Offered
-Students will read one novel every two week, typically 150-200 pages per week, 4 novels total. -Students will complete one final project.4+ hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be assessed regularly based on their participation and engagement in class discussion. Students will also be assessed through project evaluation as it applies to the learning targets.Grades Offered
-Parents and students will need to obtain their own copies of novels (or audiobooks) read in this course. Standard art and craft materials will be needed to complete final project. Since student projects will vary, exact materials cannot be listed (eg: markers, glue, cardboard, scissors, etc).
Parental Guidance Strongly Suggested Most of the novels in this course are deemed "Adult" and have mature content and themes. Many of these books contain violence, sexual contents and imagery, strong language, drug use, and elements of the supernatural. When compared to movies, many of these books would have an "R" rating.
Books in this course Book 1: "Bloodsucking Fiends" Christopher Moore Book 2: "Beartown" Fredrik Backman Book 3: "A Prayer for Owen Meany" John Irving Book 4: "Wolf Girl" Leia Stone *Book order subject to change
"I am not the teacher that you are looking for," as I wave my hand ever so slightly. I will not fill your students with rainbows and sunshine. I am not super high tech in the computer age. I don't offer fluff and I have no gimmicks. No puppies,...
Group Class
$150
for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 15-18
2-12 learners per class