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Historical Heroines Book Club: Feminist Perspectives in Fiction

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Ages 11-16
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Come get lost with us in conversation about amazing books featuring fierce female leads in amazing time periods in history!
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Live video meetings
1x per week, 16 weeks
5-7 learners per class
40 min

What's included

16 live meetings
10 hrs 40 mins in-class hours
Homework
2-4 hours per week. Participants will read approximately 90-100 pages weekly between live classes and should come to class ready to discuss the material.
Mastery Evaluation
included
Assessment
included
Letter Grade
included
Progress Report
included

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
REFUND POLICY:
Hub of Curiosity wants parents and caregivers to be able to enroll in our classes with peace of mind.  We are busy parents as well and understand that life happens!  The refund policy for Hub of Curiosity classes is as follows:

Semester-length co-ops are fully refundable until 30 days prior to the start of class.  Withdrawing 15-30 days prior to the start of the co-op will result in a 70% refund.  14 days before the start date, the class is non-refundable.  

Fixed-length classes (ex: meets 4x or 6x) are fully refundable until 14 days prior to the start of class.  14 days before the start date, the class is non-refundable.  

Details about Outschool’s Refund Policy can be found here:
https://support.outschool.com/en/articles/4626920-standard-refund-policy-and-automatic-refunds 

Joyce Carol Oates said, “Reading is the sole means by which we slip, involuntarily, often helplessly, into another’s skin, another’s voice, another’s soul.” This is an informal book club that will allow us to do just that while exploring the stories of amazing women and girls (both real and fictional) throughout different periods in history.  Together we’ll read and discuss books featuring a strong female lead character with rich historical context.  Readers will be asked to read approximately 100 pages (=/- 10 pages) each week independently and come prepared to discuss key insights and wonderings from the text.  I’ll foster round-table discussion and add foundation information from the period our current material is set.  

The Spring 2025 Book Club will cover the following four books spread evenly across the semester.
The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lee
Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys 
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys 
Beyond the Bright Sea by Lauren Wolk

It is unlikely, but IF we have time for an additional book during the semester, we will read A Daughter’s Journey by Myra Lee Glass. 

Please ensure that the content of our reading list is suitable for the age and sensitivity level of your reader.  I will always refrain from showing graphic images from difficult periods in history.  I do my absolute best to keep discussion age-appropriate and will always steer is away from something too sensitive if another learner in class wends that way.  If in doubt, please feel free to message me anytime.  

Learners process content in different ways.  I am a lover of all books – text, audio, read-alouds, etc.  Whatever works best for your learner is 100% ok with me.  

My classes are largely discussion based and require learning engagement and interaction.  As I tell my learners, “Book club is not a spectator’s sport!”  Participants should come ready to share their thoughts and ask questions about the assigned reading during our session.  I require cameras to be on throughout class.  If extenuating circumstances prevent a learner from turning their camera on, please send me a message to discuss it prior to enrolling.

Learning Goals

Learners will identify and analyze the virtues of resilience, courage, and perseverance demonstrated by female protagonists, understanding how these qualities enabled them to overcome personal and societal challenges in various historical contexts.
Learners will explore and discuss the historical periods depicted in each book, learning how the main characters' experiences and actions reflect the social, political, & cultural dynamics of their times.

Syllabus

16 Lessons
over 16 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys
 Chapter breakdown for the week will be posted in the classroom for reference.  Participants can expect to read approximately 100 pages per week.  Audiobooks and physical books are both equally welcomed! 
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys
 Chapter breakdown for the week will be posted in the classroom for reference.  Participants can expect to read approximately 100 pages per week.  Audiobooks and physical books are both equally welcomed! 
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys
 Chapter breakdown for the week will be posted in the classroom for reference.  Participants can expect to read approximately 100 pages per week.  Audiobooks and physical books are both equally welcomed! 
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys
 Chapter breakdown for the week will be posted in the classroom for reference.  Participants can expect to read approximately 100 pages per week.  Audiobooks and physical books are both equally welcomed! 
40 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Please review the content of the books listed to ensure you are comfortable with the topic matter we'll be discussing. Rebel Girls often rise from the ashes of difficult circumstances, so we'll be discussing different wartime periods throughout history, racism, etc.
Supply List
To successfully participate in class, learners will need access to the following books:  
The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lee 
Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys 
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys 
Beyond the Bright Sea by Lauren Wolk 

It is unlikely, but IF we have time for an additional book during the semester, we will read A Daughter’s Journey by Myra Lee Glass . 

Wherever possible, I recommend purchasing the books.  This allows participants to highlight in the books, make notes in the margins, and generally prepare to share their ideas during our time together.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Judith Smetana
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Judith Smetana
Ohio Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Sarah Smithers
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Idaho
Giselle S. Veach
Bachelor's Degree in International Business from The Ohio State University
Judith Smetana
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Idaho
Giselle S. Veach
Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Bowling Green State University
Sarah Smithers
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Idaho
Giselle S. Veach
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Nova Southeastern University
Meagan Tauber
Associate's Degree in Animal Science from The Ohio State University
Judith Smetana
Meagan is the founder of Hub of Curiosity and has been teaching on Outschool for 6 years.  She's a veteran homeschool mom who strongly believes in a multi-disciplinary approach to learning.  She believes learning should be fun, engaging, and interactive.  Expect a casual atmosphere in class where learners can ask questions, share their ideas, and have fun... all while learning.  

Meagan is an avid reader and can't consume enough historical fiction from the World War II period.  She's also a keen adventurer and can be packed to go to the next town or around the world in under an hour.

Meet Meagan:  
https://youtu.be/s_P4jmzt7Sg?si=dXZFl4DcVtnG8533

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