Novel Study: A Tale of Two Cities
In this 11 week course, students will read and analyze π ππ’ππ¦ π°π§ ππΈπ° ππͺπ΅πͺπ¦π΄ by Charles Dickens. This novel is a challenging yet beautiful work detailing the human desire to survive and the power of selfless love.
Ginny Chandler, M.Ed.
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5.0
Number of reviews:(37)
What's included
11 live meetings
8 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1-2 hours per week. includedGrading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
π ππ’ππ¦ π°π§ ππΈπ° ππͺπ΅πͺπ¦π΄ is a classic novel demonstrating mankind's ability to fight injustice and find peace through acts of selfless love. The novel's author, Charles Dickens, is a master storyteller; although known for many powerful works of literature, π ππ’ππ¦ π°π§ ππΈπ° ππͺπ΅πͺπ¦π΄ remains one of his most enduring and noteworthy novels. In this 11 week class, students will read and analyze the text of π ππ’ππ¦ π°π§ ππΈπ° ππͺπ΅πͺπ¦π΄ while also, through teacher directed but student led discussion, search for societal and emotional themes still relevant to today. Because of the length of the text, students will read the majority of the story before each session and come prepared for class discussion. I truly love π ππ’ππ¦ π°π§ ππΈπ° ππͺπ΅πͺπ¦π΄, and I hope my energetic approach to literature will help your student fall in love with this masterpiece of British literature.
Learning Goals
Students will read and analyze the novel π ππ’ππ¦ π°π§ ππΈπ° ππͺπ΅πͺπ¦π΄.Students will search for societal and emotional themes within π ππ’ππ¦ π°π§ ππΈπ° ππͺπ΅πͺπ¦π΄.
Syllabus
11 Lessons
over 11 WeeksLesson 1:
Chapters 1-4
Brief review of French Revolution
Biography of Charles Dickens 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapters 5-6 of Book 1 and 1-2 of Book 2
Chapter vocabulary
Characterization
Literary elements
Themes
Historical and cultural context 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Chapters 3-6
Chapter vocabulary
Characterization
Literary elements
Themes
Historical and cultural context 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Chapters 7-10
Chapter vocabulary
Characterization
Literary elements
Themes
Historical and cultural context 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
War/violence of the French Revolution
Brief mention of rape
There are few instances of the word dβned
Supply List
A copy of π ππ’ππ¦ π°π§ ππΈπ° ππͺπ΅πͺπ¦π΄
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! I'm Mrs. Ginny, and I am so very excited to guide your student through the world of books! In regards to my teaching experience, I taught 7th grade English for two years and 7th-12th English for six years. I currently tutor with three tutoring companies and offer private lessons at my home.
I have a M.Ed. in English Education from William Carey University, a B.A. in English with a minor in speech communications from William Carey University, and an A.A. degree from Jones College. Before leaving the public and private school system, I held an AA teaching license.
Every time I read a new book, I feel as though I have made a new friend, and I hope to help your student see reading this way. I am extremely passionate about the written word and will use this energy to foster the bookworm in your student!
On a side note- I love spending time with my family, reading aloud to my daughter, gardening, journaling, and READING!Reviews
Live Group Course
$10
weekly or $108 for 11 classes1x per week, 11 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
1-4 learners per class
