The Invention of Hugo Cabret: Book Club Novel Study
In this book club style novel study we will dig deep into the book The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick.
Kathryn Voss
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4.9
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What's included
6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Book Description (from front inside book jacket cover): "Orphan, clock keeper, and thief, Hugo lives in the walls of the Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when his world suddenly interlocks - like the gears of the clocks he keeps - with an eccentric, bookish girl and a bitter old man who runs a toy booth in the train station, Hugo's undercover life and his most precious secret are put in jeopardy. A cryptic drawing, a treasured notebook, a stolen key, a mechanical man, and a hidden message from Hugo's dead father form the backbone of this ... spellbinding mystery. With 284 pages of original drawings, and combining elements of picture book, graphic novel, and film, Brian Selznick ... creates an entirely new reading experience." General Class Description: Each week we will discuss plot elements, character development, figurative language, illustrative story telling, or the author's use of literary devices. Students will have the opportunity to interact with their peers through vocabulary building activities using collaborative documents and the Outschool classroom discussion posts. They will also be encouraged to create, share, and comment on videos showcasing their understanding of the materials and the completion of projects. Weekly Class Description: Week 1: Part 1 Chapters 1 - 4 Lesson: Illustrative story telling, predicting plot Week 2: Part 1 Chapters 5 - 8 Lesson: Figurative language, designing an automaton Week 3: Part 1 Chapters 9 - 12 Lesson: Analyzing the plot of part 1, character profiles, figurative language, predicting part 2 Week 4: Part 2 Chapters 1 - 4 Lesson: Confirm or change predictions based on evidence from the text, figurative language Week 5: Part 2 Chapters 5 - 8 Lesson: Symbolism, figurative language Week 6: Part 2 Chapters 9 - 12 Lesson: Analyzing the plot of Part 2, Cause and Effect, figurative language *Disclaimer: Discussion, activities, and topics may change due to number of students enrolled, age of students, and/or student background knowledge of the topics.
Learning Goals
Students will learn:
Figurative language: similies, metaphors, personification
Supporting inferences with details from the text
Symbolism in writing
Making connections with texts
How details within illustrations can help us make predictions, comprehend action, and explore the setting of a story
Other Details
Parental Guidance
I always invite families to research a book before signing up for a novel study or book club. Here is the link to Common Sense Media review of the book we use in class:
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews/the-invention-of-hugo-cabret
*Disclaimer: This book is 533 (or 543 depending on edition) pages long, but over half are illustrations! There will be between 19 and 41 pages of text to read in each 4 chapter section.
Supply List
Each student will need their own copy (digital or print) of the book. You can find a copy for purchase at these online retailers: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Invention-Hugo-Cabret-Brian-Selznick/dp/0439813786 Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ip/The-Invention-of-Hugo-Cabret-Hardcover-9780439813785/5087119 Target: https://www.target.com/p/the-invention-of-hugo-cabret-a-novel-in-wo-hardcover/-/A-13789418 Scholastic: https://orders.scholastic.com/HNTCH (Follow the link then search for the book title. Using this link will earn points for me to use to purchase more books to use as novel studies!) Don't forget to check your local library! This was a very popular book a few years ago, so there will likely be copies available! Audio only versions of the book WILL NOT work for this class as much of the story is told through illustrations. Students will also need pen/pencil, paper, crayons/markers/colored pencils, blank note cards
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined September, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Teaching the love of reading is a passion of mine! I don't believe in reading logs or limits, but reading for learning, engagement, and discussion. When we share the books we are reading it makes us better readers! Having some one to "geek out" with over character development, plot twists, and cliff hanger endings makes us feel like we belong and gives us the confidence to keep reading. I've been a classroom teacher for over 15 years with experience teaching grades 1 - 5 as a classroom teacher and k-8 as a "specials" teacher. I have a Master's degree in education from George Mason University and many credentials for continuing education.Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-6 learners per class
