Little Women: Sisters, Spinsters, and Success
In this four week course, students will engage with the text to discuss familial relationships, society's expectations of women, and the little women's hopes and aspirations.
Kayla Stierwalt, Writing Instructor/Creative Coach
Average rating:
4.6
Number of reviews:(128)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. weekly chapter readings Class 1: 1-11 Class 2: 12-23 Class 3: 24-35 Class 4: 36-47Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
This class with Kayla Stierwalt follows a discussion based format. Each week class covers 12 chapters of the book. The first session includes and introduction to the course and the first 11 chapters. As students engage the text, we will examine the sisters' familial bonds and how they differ as individuals. We will also look at each little woman's aspirations and how likely she is to achieve them depending on society's expectations and her own actions. The discussion around society includes marriage expectations, women's roles, careers, friendship, and more. The class will meet on video with the instructor and use messenger to discuss with each other. Questions will cover the content to ensure understanding as well as further questions to get them thinking of its applications for history and current times. The weekly chapter sections are: Class 1 (week of January 15-21): chapters 1-11 Class 2 (week of January 22-28): chapters 12-23 Class 3 (week of January 29-February 4): chapters 24-35 Class 4 (week of February 5-11): chapters 36-47
Learning Goals
Students will improve their ability to engage a book and discuss it with their peers. Through examining the classic Little Women, they will prove its timelessness and see its resonance in today's society.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined February, 2020
4.6
128reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! I'm Miss K, and I teach English. My classes involve book clubs and writing. I have tutored and taught English, writing, and language for 10 years. Currently, I teach and assist English language learners at a middle school and instruct adults privately. I especially love research and books.
I aim for personal growth, and I strive to provide a warm, welcoming environment for everyone to thrive. Learning together helps us progress together.
My regular activities include reading, writing and running. I also paint my nails every Sunday evening and watch a movie while they dry. Reviews
Live Group Class
$48
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
55 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-15
3-10 learners per class
