What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Each class will require independent reading covering about 100 pages of text. This book is a real page turner, so many students may have a hard time stopping!Grading
Students will use their reading in each class discussion as informal assessment. Formal assessment is available upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
If you enjoy twists on fairy tales, you will love The School for Good and Evil. This exciting story follows best friends Sophie and Agatha as they try to save the woods from a mysterious force causing all their friends to fail in their quests. In this five-week class, learners will participate in meaningful discussions as we read the novel together. Conversation based courses are an excellent way to engage reluctant readers or help enthusiastic readers dig a little deeper. Students will need their own copy of the text to complete assigned readings before attending class. We will explore the text and its themes through discussion. Class will be conducted in a casual, conversational style with plenty of time for exploring the book.
Learning Goals
Students will sharpen their literacy skills and foster their love of reading!
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Lesson 1: chapters 1-7
Discussion and activities will focus on author and setting.
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Lesson 2: chapters 8-13
Focus on character contrast and development
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Lesson 3: chapters 14-20
Focus on theme development so far in the text
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Lesson 4: chapters 20-26
Focus on plot and predictions
40 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This book is a lighthearted adventure that turns fairy tale conventions on their head. If you are concerned, feel free to reach out to me.
Pre-Requisites
Students should have read books 1-3 in the School for Good and Evil series.
Supply List
A copy of Quests for Glory
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Western Carolina University
Hi! My name is Sara Gatilogo. I graduated from Western Carolina University with a degree in Secondary English Education. I am certified in high school English, middle grades Language Arts, and special education. I've been an educator for 6 years in a variety of settings.
Experience:
1 year student teaching with 10th grade honors students
3 years 7th grade Exceptional Children’s Language Arts
3 years ESL online with VIPkid
Almost one year on Outschool and loving every minute of it!
I am passionate about building authentic positive relationships with my students. By modeling healthy relationships and creating a safe place for them to flourish, I hope to give my students life skills beyond the content I teach. I create safe, inviting spaces for kids to build relationships with other students, practicing the skills of empathy in the context of a caring community.
My husband and I have two daughters and two dogs. I love to read, bake, and knit (but not all at the same time!). I can't wait to see you in class!
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Live Group Course
$12
weekly or $60 for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
40 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-8 learners per class