Waldorf Middle and High School English: Short Story Main Lesson
In this 10 week semester class, we will read and analyze short stories, explore the elements of plot, and write our own short story.
Jodi Michelle, Master Linguist
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(113)
What's included
10 live meetings
5 hrs 50 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Writing homework is assigned beginning in week six. Students will need to work on part of their short story outside of class time.Class Experience
A short story main lesson block is a part of the Waldorf school curriculum in Grade 8. In this class, students will read and analyze short stories, explore elements of the plot, and then write their own short story to share with the class. Ms. Jodi will provide all reading materials for students. This is a highly supportive, free flowing, encouraging class with student strengths highlighted. My goal is always to help students to feel successful and inspire a love for reading/writing while analyzing amazing literature. Week One ~Read The Monkey's Paw (adaptation) ~Discussion and notes on setting/characters/introduction/action/conflict/tone Week Two ~Create Main Lesson Page -Drawing from story ~Discussion of Plot Elements Week Three ~Short Story Assignment Given ~Brainstorm and form ideas Week Four ~Read "The Necklace" (adaptation) ~Discussion elements of the Plot Week Five ~Read "The Necklace" ~Discuss elements of the Plot Week Six ~Drawing/sketching characters/images from own story ~Problem/conflict brainstorm ~Writer's Block?! ~Assign Introduction Week Seven ~Read "To Build a Fire" (adaptation) ~Writing Time ~Assign writing middle/end Week Eight ~Read "To Build a Fire" (adaptation) ~Sharing Time Week Nine ~Read "To Build a Fire" (adaptation) ~Sharing Time Week Ten ~Read "To Build a Fire" (adaptation) ~Sharing Time
Learning Goals
Students will read short stories, analyze the story for plot elements, character/setting, and write their own short story to share.
Syllabus
10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
Monkey's Paw
~Start Plot Mountain
~Reading Monkey's Paw
~Main Lesson Page 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Monkey's Paw
~Main Lesson Page Work
~Setting
~Introduction
~Conflict: Man Vs. ? 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Monkey's Paw
~Monkey's Paw Drawing (with example)
~Main Lesson Page 2: Climax (as time allows) 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Short Story Writing Assignment
~Ms. Jodi's 3 parts to a short story
~Brainstorm characters, setting, and plot for your story
~Ideas and writer's block unblocked
Homework: Write your introduction (send to Ms. Jodi for feedback) 35 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Writing paper Drawing paper Colored pencils Pencil
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
4.9
113reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of Phoenix
I worked for six years as a Waldorf school (K-12) librarian working closely with all class teachers. I am an expert in choosing developmentally appropriate reading and curriculum material for all students. I am also a reading coach, private reading tutor, and ESL teacher. I love teaching children to read and love to see their immense excitement with their successes! I teach kindy-high school students from all around the world. I work with students at all levels, struggling to gifted. My expertise includes finding what makes kids successful so that they want to keep learning.Reviews
Live Group Course
$249
for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
35 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
1-13 learners per class
