Pages: An in Depth Study of Mrs Frisby and the Rats of Nimh
In this 6 week self paced course, readers will read and analyze the many twists and turns in this classic tale of courage and determination through pre-recorded lessons, hands on projects and games.
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What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssessment
Comprehensive final exam with provided answer key.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
There will be no live meetings for this course. Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh is a well known novel that explores the themes of bravery and courage from the perspective of a family of mice facing a crisis. Theme and plot and character development are integral parts of this novel. Students will spend a great deal of time examining the motivations, limitations, and conflict many of the main characters face as they deal with not only Mrs; Frisby's struggles but also the dilemma facing the rats as they too must move their home. We will compare and contrast this struggle from the perspective of both as they work through their situation. This is a self paced course and there will be no live meetings. Lesson videos will be about 5-10 minutes long and assignments should take no more than 30 minutes. The course will culminate in an exam. Please allow 3 business days for feedback on the final assessment.
Learning Goals
We will achieve the following:
A) Study of each of the the major characters in the book including their motivation, point of view, and role
B) Study the major themes of the book
C) Discussion of the literary styles used
D) Study vocabulary looking at context clues, and stems
E) Create a notebook journal of notable characters, actions, theme, and plot
F) Incorporate STEM principles such as engineering, meteorology, and plant science by creating models using common household items.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH
Introduction to the protagonist and her world and the mysteries of NIMH
Discussion: What makes Mrs. Frisby relatable?
Exploration of the backstory and its significance
Activity: Create a timeline of events leading up to the story 2 assignments
Lesson 2:
Characters and Relationships
The Rats of Nimh
Meet Nicodemus, Justin, and the other rats
Discussion: Compare and contrast the rats with Mrs. Frisby
Analyzing the relationships between characters
Activity: Character relationship map 2 assignments
Lesson 3:
Themes of Courage and Survival
Discussion on how characters demonstrate courage
Analysis of key moments of adversity and resilience
Exploration of survival strategies employed by Mrs. Frisby and the rats
Activity: Create a survival guide inspired by the story 2 assignments
Lesson 4:
Ethics and Morality
Discussion on the ethical questions raised by the story
Activity: Role-play ethical scenarios
Analysis of the consequences of characters' decisions
Reflective writing: How do characters' choices shape the story? 3 assignments
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Students will need a copy of the novel either in print or online.
Teacher expertise and credentials
At TeachAnew, we partner with parents by providing comprehensive, personalized solutions, whether it's homework help for the elementary school learner, executive functioning skills for middle and high school students, or guidance for the college-bound young adult. We teach students K-12 in all subjects, including Math, English, Writing, Science, Social Studies, Geography as well as a variety of Advanced Placement classes, such as US History and Human Geography. We celebrate each student's purpose, respect their opinions, and allow them to grow in a safe environment. Our teachers are dedicated to providing exciting and challenging courses using fun and innovative methods.
TeachAnew's founder Colleen is a lifelong learner who believes in the importance of critical thinking. She is a licensed attorney with a BA in History who combines the analytical process with Socratic teaching to make learning fun!Reviews
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