Once Upon a Time: An English Language Arts Study of the Original Fairy Tales
Journey into the dark classic fairytales as they were originally told by the Brothers Grimm, Charles Perrault, Hans Christian Andersen and many others. We'll discuss these macabre tales while practicing reading comprehension skills.
Ms. Chelsea M. Ed. | ELA, Paranormal, & True Crime
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(115)
Star Educator
Popular
What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. Learners will read on their own and complete a worksheet each week. In class, we will spend a few minutes going over any homework questions, then begin our deep dive. Answer sheets will also be provided at the end of each week.Assessment
There will be informal assessment during class- this means I will continually assess learners during our conversations. There will also be weekly worksheets that act as assessments and help readers monitor their comprehension.Grading
Grades and certificates are available upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Dive into the eerie and fascinating world of classic fairy tales as they were originally told by the Brothers Grimm and other storytellers. This course explores the dark, mysterious, and often unsettling origins of familiar stories before they were softened for modern audiences. Through in-depth analysis and creative activities, students will uncover the true essence of these timeless tales and understand their cultural and historical significance. Each week, we will discuss the stories we've read. Learners are expected to read the story before class meets. They can take notes over the story and bring any questions they may have to class. We will go over three to five reading comprehension questions for the first few minutes of class, then we will begin our deep dive and analysis. When we gather, I will have prepared questions that not only allow us to explore the story, but deeply analyze it. Some weeks, we may also have a writing or drawing activity in class. I love letting learners get creative whenever possible :). The PDF for each story will be posted in the classroom, as will an audiobook from YouTube, when available. Week of June 10- The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen (all 7 stories in the fairytale) Week of June 17- Hansel and Gretel Week of June 24- Little Red Riding Hood Week of July 1- The Little Mermaid Week of July 8- Bluebeard Week of July 15- Week of July 22- Cinderella Week of July 29- The Juniper Tree ***Break*** Week of September 15- Rapunzel Week of September 22- The Dead Witch Future topics to be added/updated with learner requests.
Learning Goals
Daily English Language Arts Skills Practiced in this class include but are not limited to:
Learners will make text-to-text, text-to-self, and text-to-world connections.
Learners will learn about literary elements and work on public speaking skills with learners who share the same interests.
-Oral expression and comprehension
- The interconnected nature of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and thinking
- Developing and sustaining foundational language skills
-Inquiry
-Critical thinking and analysis
-Literacy
-Building connections to themselves and their prior knowledge
-Creating relationships among ideas
Other Details
Learning Needs
I always try to meet learners where they are by scaffolding material and providing necessary/helpful supports.
Parental Guidance
Parental guidance is suggested. The original fairytales are dark; Bluebeard killed his wives, Little Red Riding Hood and her grandmother die, and Cinderella killer her first stepmother, just to name a few.
Supply List
Stories, worksheets, and handouts will all be provided in class.
Joined November, 2021
4.9
115reviews
Star Educator
Popular
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from University of Texas of the Permian Basin
I am certified to teach grades 7-12 (middle and high school level) English/Language Arts in the state of Texas. I also hold a Bachelor's in Maritime Studies (anthropology), with minors in English and Archeology, and a Master's in Education. Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
25 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-8 learners per class
