Novel study- Matilda by Roald Dahl
We meet twice a week for two weeks and discusse and analyze the marvelous book Matilda by Roald Dahl.
Jessika O'Sullivan
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4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Matilda is a book about being brave even when we are really small and about finding our place in life. Roald Dahl has a certain way of describing good and evil. He often give his less kind characters certain attributes. In his book Matilda this is in full display. Some characters are sweet and loving some are angry, rude and close to frightening. For this class we will discuss; The character of Matilda (her intelligence, her need to seek revenge and of course her dreams) Matilda's family and what message the parents are sending to their children. Matilda's school including Mrs.Honey and Trunchball We will also discuss magic and how it unfolds in the book. We will also study Roald Dahl's choice of words when he describes his characters including their name. For the first class the student should read up to the chapter called Mrs. Honey. About a week before the first class I will send questions to get the student to think and deeper comprehend the book. The student need to be able to read the book and understand it well enough to discuss it. Each class will range between 30 and 45 minutes depending on the class size.
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Joined March, 2016
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Teacher expertise and credentials
In my creative writing classes, I encourage students to draw from their experiences and thoughts to create unique pieces and share my passion for writing. This passion has been recognized with four awards for a short story and three poems, which I hope will inspire your students.
I am an immigrant from Sweden with a master's degree in education from Lund/Malmö University.
I am dedicated to forming connections with my students and customizing my teaching to suit their age. I aim to challenge my students while ensuring they never feel like failures. Patience, humor, and kindness are paramount in my approach.
As a teacher, I foster critical thinking through various activities such as research and discussions. The most rewarding part of my job is igniting my students' joy of learning and nurturing their curiosity about the world.
I believe in incorporating play into my teaching whenever possible, as I believe that everyone, regardless of age, has a playful side.
I have previously taught social and political science, religion, and geography and have nearly 25 years of experience working with children of different ages.
My diverse interests include folklore, photography, nature, books, and history, particularly on overlooked historical figures. I hope to share these interests with your students, sparking their curiosity and broadening their horizons.
I eagerly look forward to having your student in my class and am excited to embark on this learning journey together!Reviews
Live Group Class
$30
for 4 classes2x per week, 2 weeks
40 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-7 learners per class
