Science Fiction Book Club: Many Waters -Madeleine L'Engle
Join us for this guided reading and discussion group as we enjoy Madeleine L'Engle's time tested science fiction novel, Many Waters; the fourth in a series of books exploring the time/space continuum and the meaning of good vs evil.
Barbara (Ms Bobbi) Wells
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(313)
What's included
6 live meetings
4 in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will read and discuss the book, Many Waters, fourth in the Time trilogy by Madeleine L'Engle. In six 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 concepts, since the book was written in the 1980's. Students will be encouraged to think of ways dimensional and time travel could impact our lives, if it ever becomes a reality. Each Session, after the first introductory session, will include: 1. A summary of the chapters read 2. Group discussion about the content and ideas including characterizations and vocabulary checks 3. Questions to assess comprehension 4. Exercises to encourage critical, and out of the box, thinking 5. Two projects will be assigned- one art project and one written project to be completed by each learner.
Learning Goals
1. 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
4. Completion of two class projects designed to help the learner better understand the ideas presented in the book.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This story explores the biblical story of Noah, from a secular perspective. Our time travelers find themselves active participants in this event that is found in creation stories and myths all over the world and across all cultures. It is 4th in the Madeline L'engle Time series, which begins with 'A Wrinkle in Time".
Supply List
Each student will need a copy of the book: Many Waters by Madeleine L'Engle. The book can be purchased from Amazon or other booksellers. 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
313reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Asbury College (University)
I have a Bachelor's Degree in education K-9 and have enjoyed teaching YA Literature for many years. I am a big fan of the genre. This author first inspired me at the age of ten, when I devoured "A Wrinkle in Time." Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 6 classes2x per week, 3 weeks
40 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
3-6 learners per class
