Science Fiction Book Club: Dragons in the Water
Join us for this guided reading and discussion group as we enjoy one more of Madeleine L'Engle's time tested young adult novels, Dragons in the Waters; another in the series of books about the O'Keefe and Murry families.
Barbara (Ms Bobbi) Wells
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(314)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will read and discuss the book, Dragons in the Water, one of the books about The O'Keefe and Murry families by Madeleine L'Engle. In four sessions students will be assigned the reading for each class and will discuss the sections read previously. Each class will provide insight into the ideas presented and explore ways we may have already seen some advances in the scientific concepts since the book was written in the 1970's.
Students will be encouraged to think of forensics and detective work have changed since the 70'd due to scientific breakthroughs. Themes of good vs evil are presented in this book as in her other tales.
Each session, will include:
1. A summary and discussion of the chapters read
Week 1 Chapter 1-3
Week 2 Chapters 4-6
Week 3 Chapters 7-9
Week 4 Chapters 10-12
2. Group discussion about the content and ideas in the assigned chapters, including characterizations and vocabulary checks
3. Questions to assess comprehension
4. Exercises to encourage critical, and out of the box, thinking skills
5. Two projects will be assigned- one art project and one written project to be completed by each learner.
Project one is due in week 2, and project 2 is due in week 4.Learning Goals
1. Active and thoughtful participation by all class members in discussions
2. Understanding of the ideas presented by the author
3. Demonstration of critical, and out of the box, thinking skills
4. Completion of two class projects designed to help the learner better understand the ideas presented in the book.
Other Details
Supply List
Each student will need a copy of the book: The Arm of the Starfish, by Madeleine L'Engle. The book can be purchased from Amazon or other booksellers in the paperback version. It should also be available from your local or school library. For students with reading difficulties, the book is also available from 'Audible' in Audio format.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2019
4.8
314reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Asbury College (University)
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Education and have taught English classes for many years. I have loved reading since I read my first chapter book at age 7. I soon discovered science fiction and fantasy and have been in love with these genres ever since. More than anything else I believe instilling a love for good literature and reading helps children develop imagination, good character, and a lifelong habit of learning. The book, "A Wrinkle in Time" by L'Engle was my introduction to the genre of Science Fiction at the age of 10. Subsequently, I read all of her YA novels and many of her adult novels.
I have successfully completed book studies of L'Engle's Time Quintet with students here at Outschool with a 5-Star rating. The students have requested to continue the studies with the additional books about the Murry's and O'Keefes. I am very happy to continue with this series of excellent YA fiction. Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 6 classes2x per week, 3 weeks
50 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-8 learners per class
