The Giver, an 8 week Book Club
In this 8-week class students will be guided through The Giver. In this Newbery Medal-winning book, we'll explore themes and characteristics of dystopian stories.
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What's included
8 live meetings
8 in-class hoursAssignments
1-2 hours per week. The students will be responsible for reading a portion of The Giver each week so that they are ready for discussions.Certificate of Completion
Students will receive a Certificate of Completion to recognize their active participation in the 8-week book club. This certificate highlights their engagement in discussions, analysis of key themes, and successful completion of the reading and discussion.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
Intermediate - Advanced Level
In this 8-week book club, we’ll explore The Giver through discussions, interactive activities, and analysis of key themes. Classes include guided discussion, critical thinking questions, and occasional video clips to enhance understanding. Learners will engage weekly in group discussions to share ideas.
Learning Goals
Students will analyze and interpret key themes such as individuality, and control, within the context of a dystopian society.Students will practice critical thinking skills through discussions of cause and effect and ethical dilemas that arise in the story.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction
Learn about The Giver, the author, and how we'll work together as a book club. We'll lay down expectations, learn about the characters, review what a dystopian novel is, and what to expect in the first section of the book. Chapter 1-4 will be reviewed next week! 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapters 1-4
We'll review the setting of the novel, the characters, and more about the controlled community. We'll discuss these and begin to identify traits of Jonas. Chapters 5-8 will be reviewed next week. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Chapters 5-8
We will be discussing the importance of the assignments, and what Jonas's might mean. We'll also discuss some of the conflicts in his new role, and how it might affect his interactions with others. Chapters 9 - 12 will be reviewed next week. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Chapters 9 - 12
We will continue to look at Jonas as a character, how his new assignment affects him, and what that could foreshadow. We'll also be discussing how the story is advancing and identifying more details to see if we can begin to propose a theme. The follow week will be chapters 13 - 16. 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
As a former special education teacher who specialized in supporting older students who struggled with reading comprehension, this class will be able to meet the needs of most students. There will be optional supplemental material to help.
Parental Guidance
This book is equivalent to 12+, or PG.
Pre-Requisites
Students should be able to read independently or with the support of guided worksheets.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a veteran Special Education teacher with extensive experience supporting students with mild to moderate learning disabilities. I have had training in teaching ELA and reading, and focus on ensuring that students are reading beyond just what is written on the page. I specialize in creating engagement and helping to foster a love of reading. My master's degree focused on teaching reading skills to older struggling readers, and I found that the strategies I utilized supported all learners. I am dedicated to making literature accessible and meaningful for all students, helping them think critically and enjoy reading.Reviews
Live Group Course
$10
weekly or $80 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
6-12 learners per class
