At the end of the course, learners will be able to...
- set the context of a narrative, establishing Point of View
- use narrative techniques such as dialogue, pacing, description, and reflection
- use sensory language to capture action
- write a narrative conclusion

Learning goals drawn from ADA compliant 8th Grade Common Core Standards.

Master's in Teaching, Gonzaga University
Washington State Certified Secondary Educator
Endorsements: English, Social Studies, English Language Learners
3 years of public, private, and home education experience

This is my second year teaching a Jason Reynolds' book club! First year was a resounding success at a summer school program: kids just LOVE Reynolds' writing. 

Homework Offered
Students will be completing an artist's notebook in class with an option to continue work out of class. At the end of the course, students will be invited to share their work with the class and be given an option to complete a self-assessment rubric and receive teacher feedback. 
2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Certificate of completion will be awarded to all learners who have completed the class.
(Optional) Rubric Self-Assessment and/or Teacher Assessment of artist's sketchbook.

This class is intentionally designed using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to be inclusive of all neurodivergent learners. 
For more information on UDL: https://udlguidelines.cast.org/

"Ain't Burned All the Bright" by Jason Reynolds