for 5 classes
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak: Book Club and Novel Study Week Long Camp
New class
Ages 12-17
Live Group Course
Live video meetings
5x per week, 1 week
3-10 learners per class
45 min
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
Students will need to have stated chapters read before the start of each class.Class Experience
The Book Thief is considered to be a brilliant book for students to explore the historical context of the rise of Nazi Germany and the experiences of World War Two. Told from the perspective of death, the book has engaged readers for many years. "It is 1939. Nazi Germany. The country is holding its breath. Death has never been busier, and will be busier still. By her brother's graveside, Liesel's life is changed when she picks up a single object, partially hidden in the snow. It is The Gravedigger's Handbook, left behind there by accident, and it is her first act of book thievery. So begins a love affair with books and words, as Liesel, with the help of her accordian-playing foster father, learns to read. Soon she is stealing books from Nazi book-burnings, the mayor's wife's library, wherever there are books to be found. But these are dangerous times. When Liesel's foster family hides a Jew in their basement, Liesel's world is both opened up, and closed down. In superbly crafted writing that burns with intensity, award-winning author Markus Zusak has given us one of the most enduring stories of our time." Summary from Goodreads.com. This is a camp-style class, so we will be reading and discussing the book in five classes in one week. In our class, students will have the opportunity to read and discuss the book, The Book Thief. This book will have even the most reluctant readers engaged in the story and wanting to participate in the discussion. In each class, the teacher will provide relevant background information in relation to the setting of the novel and lead a discussion of the book. Through the discussion, we will explore the plot, character development, themes, symbols, and other literary devices. We will then complete the learning activity for that class. Some of these activities include creating a character development map, a journal entry, free-style writing, etc. Please note that the book is considered appropriate for learners 12 and up. The book contains descriptions of war, violence, death, and Anti-Semitism. Please be advised of these content warnings. I will be addressing such issues through an educational and trauma-informed approach. Reading/Discussion schedule: Class #1 Prologue-Part 2 Class #2 Part 3-4 Class #3 Part 5-6 Class #4 Part 7-8 Class #5 Part 9-Epilogue
Learning Goals
Students will:
Practice and expand their reading comprehension
Develop critical thinking skills by participating in discussions
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 genre of historical fiction
Critically analyze the experiences in Nazi Germany from an educational perspective
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please note that the book is considered appropriate for learners 12 and up. The book contains descriptions of war, violence, death, and Anti-Semitism. Please be advised of these content warnings. I will be addressing such issues through an educational and trauma-informed approach. These topics will be addressed respectfully through teacher-led lessons and respectful discussions. If you are wondering if the book would be appropriate for your student, please pre-read the book or message me with any questions or concerns.
Supply List
Students will need to obtain a copy of the book. Audiobooks count as reading!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Britannica
History.com
Holocaust Encyclopedia https://encyclopedia.ushmm.org/content/en/article/introduction-to-the-holocaust
AnneFrank.org
World History Encyclopedia
Meet the teacher
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. I have seven years of experience teaching about Nazi Germany and WW2 to this age group and the content will be age appropriate and respectful, coming from a trauma-informed approach.
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