Short Story Study for Thanksgiving: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving by Alcott
Let's celebrate Thanksgiving by studying a classic short story by Louisa May Alcott through reading comprehension, vocabulary, analysis, and short answer classroom discussion
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2 live meetings
1 hrs 50 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Reading of the text--Students will be asked to read the short story between the two classesClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
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CLASS SYNOPSIS
Let's celebrate Thanksgiving by studying a classic short story by Louisa May Alcott through reading comprehension, vocabulary, analysis, and short answer classroom discussion
OVERVIEW
• Vocabulary Glossary--A pdf of the text's most complicated words will be provided so that students can reference it while reading)
• Pre-reading Mini-Lesson--To begin class, I will share a lesson about the author and historical setting of the text. I will also share the discussion questions so that students can look for responses during the reading of the story
• Reading of the text--Students will be asked to read the short story between the two classes
• Discussion-- The class will discuss and analyze the text based on the questions provided
CONTENT
Classic short-stories provide several opportunities for rich analytical discussion. What they lack in narrative length, they make up for in quality academic content
Class discussion will revolve around the following novel-centered concepts:
• Personal analysis
• Critical analysis
• Academic analysis
• Literary elements
• Figurative language
TEACHING STYLE
• I want my students to discuss, interact, and learn from each other! Every chance I get, I will encourage them to respond to other’s ideas
• I hope to facilitate conversation, protect think-time, and pose questions that provoke deeper thought based on the central text
• I hope that students feel as welcomed to think as they are challenged in their thinking
• While I will challenge students to think deeply, their perspective will always be encouraged and celebrated
• I love interacting with my students! I will be apart of the conversation as well 😁
• Mini-lessons will be taught to ensure all students comprehend concepts and themes
SCHEDULE
• Session 1: Introductions, instructions, biographical information and writing style, literary period
• Session 2: Analysis discussion of the textLearning Goals
• Students will strengthen their focus and reading-comprehension skills• Students will learn to critically think and pose questions during and after reading a text that help it become more engrossing, educational, and enriching
Other Details
Parental Guidance
• The story mentions a culturally insensitive scene in which children "play Indian"
• All characters are depicted in traditional gender-roles
• Christian themes are present
• A boy kisses the cheek of a girl without permission and she slaps him. The kiss is otherwise unpunished.
• A boy dresses like a bear to scare children. The children get out their hunting rifle and an axe in an attempt to defend themselves before realizing that the bear is their neighbor
• The family prepare for Thanksgiving which includes a Turkey and a Pig both of which are referred to as their old pets
Supply List
PDF of the text will be provided
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
PDF of the text will be provided
Joined June, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Nebraska Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Bachelor's degree from Grace University
Certification to Teach Secondary Students from the University of Nebraska at Omaha
Endorsement in English/Language Arts from the University of Nebraska at Omaha
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Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week, 2 weeks
55 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-14
1-6 learners per class
