History Book Club: The Diary of Anne Frank
In this live class learners will read and discuss the Diary of Anne Frank. Our focus will be on the Holocaust and the events of WW2, and how these events impacted Anne. This class is dyslexia friendly and an audiobook option is available. #academic
Leigh Robertson
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4.9
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What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 35 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Between classes learners will need to complete assigned readings in the book. The assigned readings will be anywhere from 55-65 pages per week. On average, students can typically complete this amount of reading in around 90 minutes per week. There is an audiobook option available. This is a dyslexia-friendly course. Students who need longer to read have the option to complete all or some of the assigned reading by audiobook.Assessment
Students will be given short, informal, in class assessments from time to time in the course to check their understanding of the reading. Students are encouraged, but not required, to post their thoughts on each week's reading in the class discussion board prior to our class meeting.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
The Diary of Anne Frank is one of the most important works of the 20th Century. Through Anne's words, we can gain a better understanding of what it must have been like to experience the fear and isolation of a family in hiding during the Holocaust and World War 2. We also get to know an amazing young woman, trying to stay positive during an incredibly difficult and scary situation. In this live, five-week course, we will explore the world of Anne Frank and how her life was impacted by the events happening around her. Our focus will be on the events taking place in Europe, specifically the Netherlands, during World War 2, and the experience of Jewish people and those that risked their lives to help their friends and neighbors. ***Please note that if you are signing up for the course beginning Monday, January 30 we will be meeting every other week. Learners will read the book independently during the course and a suggested pacing guide will be provided. Students are welcome to access the work by print copy, digital copy or audiobook. During our live classes we will review the reading, reflect on our thoughts and learn more about the events taking place outside of the annex. Examples of the questions and discussion that will take place during the course include: * How and why did Germany take over the Netherlands and other countries? * What was the Holocaust and how did it begin? * Why did Anne have to go into hiding? * Why did Anne's family choose hiding instead of leaving Europe? * What was life like in the Netherlands during the war? How was it more difficult for people in hiding? * How did Anne cope with the stress and strain of life under these terrible conditions? * What happened to Anne and how was she "discovered"? * What happened to Anne and her family? * How did Anne's diary become famous and what is her legacy today?
Other Details
Parental Guidance
During our course we will be discussing many difficult topics including the Holocaust, hate, discrimination and death. The book touches on Anne's experience with puberty and sexuality as well. While the book is recommended by Common Sense Media for ages 11 and up, I will accept younger students as long as parents have familiarity with the book and topics discussed. All parents should be familiar with the text or consider reading the parent review on Common Sense Media here: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews/anne-frank-the-diary-of-a-young-girl
Supply List
A paper, digital or audio copy of the Diary of Anne Frank
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
I am a licensed social studies educator and homeschooling mom. I was inspired by reading Anne Frank's work as a child and want to share the power of the diary with my students. I also believe that reading the book is a great way for students to explore the many important topics surrounding World War 2 and the Holocaust.
Over the past three years I have been homeschooling my son, who has dyslexia, so I am familiar with the unique challenges faced by dyslexic learners. All students, including those with reading challenges, are welcome in this course and can access the text via audiobook or a combination of audiobook and text. While there will be written notes and information presented in our live class meetings, I will go over this information orally and with multimedia resources as well. Reviews
Live Group Class
$75
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
55 min
Completed by 316 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-9 learners per class
