To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee: Read, Discuss and Get Help
In this 5 week course we will read the classic To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, hopefully without killing anyone. Offers lots of opportunities to discuss what you think about the book as well as a chance for some help if needed.
Andromeda Edison
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(48)
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
4+ hours per week. The student will be expected to complete about one-quarter of the book between each class. Time to do this will depend on the student's reading speed.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 10
To Kill a Mockingbird is a classic that I think everyone should read. We will get to read and study this great book about a small town in Alabama during the racial tensions in America, separate but equal and accusations of crimes as tried during that time. We will have literary discussions as we read. My discussions are primarily focused on what the reader has gotten from the book. I will have questions to ask, with the idea of helping the student become aware of possible areas to think about, however there will be no preconceived ideas forced on the reader. I am a firm believer in viewing art and reading books as having the purpose of being there to bring your own experiences and views to the work not what others tell you that you should see. We will have a very socratic discussion, asking questions and discussing possible answers as we go. I am also familiar and utilize some of the Thomas Jefferson Education methodology of mentors, classics and discussion. 1st Week: No prior reading required. We are going to discuss the basic premise of the book, make sure the students have a very basic understanding on The Depression as well as clear up any concepts or words they might find in the first quarter of the book. I will use my own powerpoint, as well as glossaries and summaries compiled for reading this book and from online resources. 2nd Week: Students will be required to have read the first quarter of the book, through Chapter 8. We will discuss what we have read so far, any ideas or feelings that have come up from the book to this point. Will also make sure there aren't any questions or confusions. We will then be preparing for the next section of reading, clearing up an concepts or words they might run in to. I will use my own powerpoint, as well as glossaries and summaries compiled for reading this book and from online resources. 3rd Week: Students will be required to have read the second quarter of the book, through Chapter 15. We will discuss what we have read so far, any ideas or feelings that have come up from the book to this point. Will also make sure there aren't any questions or confusions. We will then be preparing for the next section of reading, clearing up an concepts or words they might run in to. I will use my own powerpoint, as well as glossaries and summaries compiled for reading this book and from online resources. 4th Week: Students will be required to have read the third quarter of the book, through Chapter 23. We will discuss what we have read so far, any ideas or feelings that have come up from the book to this point. Will also make sure there aren't any questions or confusions. We will then be preparing for the last section of reading, clearing up an concepts or words they might run in to. I will use my own powerpoint, as well as glossaries and summaries compiled for reading this book and from online resources. 5th Week: Students will be required to have finished the book. We will discuss the book as whole. There will be prepared questions which I will ask the students to answer verbally that will get them to think about the overall theme of the book. I will use my own powerpoint, as well as glossaries and summaries complied for reading this book and from online resources.
Learning Goals
The primary goal being that they finish the book with an understanding of what happened in the book (no promise on loving the book as we all have our own tastes).
I also hope they are also able to finish the book with some sense of meaning behind it which they find relevant.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This book does use the terms nigger and negro through-out, as well as the crime being charged being a rape case.
Supply List
You will need to have a copy of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. This can be in whatever format the student is most comfortable reading the book (while I prefer working with readers, if the students is only comfortable with Audio Books, they are welcome to the class). The glossaries will be shared in the OutSchool chat.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined May, 2020
5.0
48reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have worked in the area of reading comprehension since 2011, my favorite part being able to see others read and enjoy books.
I am an avid reader and have read most of the Classics (in English), as well as enjoying historical fiction, biographies, mystery, fantasy and science fiction. My love of reading includes government documents (this is unusual, I know).
While being a homeschooling mom of three, I also hold certificates in the area of human rights education for all ages and training others to teach about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. I have extensive lecturing history in the areas of writing, reading, government and human rights.
In 2018 I was awarded the Presidential Volunteer Service Award in Washington D.C. for my work in spreading awareness on human rights both at a grassroots level, as well as in the halls of government. I have volunteered and organized non-profit events across the country for 20+ years.
Fun note: I have been homeschooling my three kids since 2017. We have two cats, but the kids each have a pet that they want which would result in two cats, a frog, a bunny and a snake (not sure about this combination).Reviews
Live Group Class
$54
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
40 min
Completed by 37 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-16
2-6 learners per class
