What's included
3 pre-recorded lessons
3 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
Read the stated chapters each week.Class Experience
"Percy Jackson is a good kid, but he can't seem to focus on his schoolwork or control his temper. And lately, being away at boarding school is only getting worse - Percy could have sworn his pre-algebra teacher turned into a monster and tried to kill him. When Percy's mom finds out, she knows it's time that he knew the truth about where he came from, and that he go to the one place he'll be safe. She sends Percy to Camp Half Blood, a summer camp for demigods (on Long Island), where he learns that the father he never knew is Poseidon, God of the Sea. Soon a mystery unfolds and together with his friends—one a satyr and the other the demigod daughter of Athena - Percy sets out on a quest across the United States to reach the gates of the Underworld (located in a recording studio in Hollywood) and prevent a catastrophic war between the gods." From Goodreads. Over the course of three weeks, the teacher will provide relevant background information in relation to the setting of the novel, Greek Mythology, and The Hero's Journey, and provide reading comprehension activities. Through reading and answering the comprehension questions in the classroom, we will explore the plot, character development, themes, symbols, and other literary devices. Activities for the class will include: A reading guide each week with comprehension questions and activities A video lesson for each week's chapters Comprehension questions posted in the class for students to answer A weekly comprehension quiz This is a self-paced class where students can work at their own pace. There will be no live meetings.
Learning Goals
Students will:
Practice and expand their reading comprehension
Develop critical thinking skills by answering discussion questions
Analyze a text
Analyze theme, plot, setting, motif, character development, and other literary devices
Make connections to the modern world
Explain historical connections
Explore the fantasy genre for children
Make connections between Greek Mythology and the book
Syllabus
3 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Chapters 1-7
Students will read and analyze chapters 1-7.
Lesson 2:
Chapters 8-15
Students will read and analyze chapters 8-15.
5 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Chapters 16-22
Students will read and analyze chapters 16-22.
12 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please be advised that this book is considered appropriate for ages 9 and up and includes descriptions of domestic abuse, abandonment, the death of a parent, the death of a child, violence, and fight scenes. These topics will be discussed in an age appropriate manner. If you are unsure of how your learner may react to these topics, please read the book in advance and reach out if you have any questions. If you have any questions about this please reach out to me.
Supply List
Students will need to obtain a copy of the book. The audiobook counts as reading.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Lethbridge
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Lethbridge
I have a Bachelor's Degree in History and Education and have been teaching humanities for seven years. I have taught novel studies in the classroom as well as facilitated my school's book club for many years.
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Self-Paced Course
$10
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Ages: 9-12