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Lord of the Flies: Summer Reading Book Club
Lee Marcus
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5.0
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In this one-week course, students will be introduced to a classic and common summer reading text and spend time discussing the book, its symbolism, themes, and meaning.
Class Experience
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
In this class, students will be introduced to "Lord of the Flies," discuss key themes from the text, and cover all of the important elements of the book! This is a classic summer reading and in-school selection, and there's not time like summer to get ahead on understanding the book. Students will walk away with a complex, nuanced, and deep understanding of the book and its meaning, and will be able to apply this to their schools in the fall! Please note: Nightly HW reading will be...
5 lessons//1 Week
Week 1Lesson 1An Introduction to AllegoryDay 1: Go overview Golding setting the stage for the novel, his argument about human nature, and a discussion of his use of imagery in the initial moments of the book.Lesson 2First ImpressionsLesson 3Power and the EgoDay 3: Explore the ongoing conflict amongst the factions of boys; discuss how Golding builds tension, and why this appropriately captures his perspective; discuss Simon's character development.Lesson 4Symbolism & TragedyLesson 5Unpacking the Conclusion
- Students will understand the thematic meaning of "Lord of the Flies." Students will engage in deep, meaningful dialogue about the book. Students will understand Golding's observations of human nature. Students will craft arguments that may lead them to completing in-school assignments (papers, essays, discussions, etc.) successfully.
While "Lord of the Flies" is traditionally a "banned book," many schools consider it a classic part of the literary cannon. I have much experience handling sensitive topics. Though there is no profane language in this text, there are scenes that include some level of violence and death. We will go over these scenes and understand their significance in detail, as I have done with many groups of students over the past several years since my school has adopted the book as part of our curriculum.
4+ hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: available upon requestFeedback: available upon requestDetails: Students will read about 20-30 pages per night throughout the week in order to finish the book during the camp week. They will also read some of the book before the class meets (but not all of it).
A copy of William Golding's "Lord of the Flies"
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
While Lord of the Flies often appears on lists of banned books, this is due to its graphic depictions of violence. However, we will treat these artistic choices seriously and understand the author’s purpose for including these key moments in the text. (See the “teacher expertise” section for more information about this.)
Students will need a copy of “Lord of the Flies” by William Golding
Joined April, 2020
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50reviews
My name is Lee and I am an established English teacher with a soft spot for delicious, homemade food. I am inspired by the Great British Baking Show, Top Chef, and the like -- but even more inspired by working with young people -- both in the...
Group Class
$60
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
60 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-16
4-12 learners per class
