Warriors: Into the Wild Literature Study
In this interactive 9-week literature study, students will explore Warriors: Into the Wild through engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and fun games that bring the story to life.
Wild and Unstructured Learning
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What's included
9 live meetings
7 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will read two chapters each week.Progress Report
Progress reports available upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Step into the wild and join us for an action-packed journey through Warriors: Into the Wild by Erin Hunter! In this 9-week interactive literature study, we’ll dive into the world of ThunderClan, following Firepaw’s journey from a humble kittypet to a fierce warrior. Each week, we will read two chapters outside of class. During class, we'll discuss the chapters and participate in creative projects, strategy challenges, and role-playing exercises to strengthen comprehension and critical thinking skills. What to Expect: Engaging Discussions – Strengthen comprehension skills while exploring the warrior code, clan rivalries, and Firepaw’s biggest challenges. Creative Hands-On Activities – Design your own warrior name, map out clan territories, and craft your own warrior prophecy! Interactive Games & Challenges – Test your warrior knowledge, train like an apprentice, and make decisions as a clan leader. Strategic Role-Playing – Step into the paws of a warrior cat and debate tough choices faced by Firepaw and his clanmates. This fun, engaging, and discussion-based literature study is perfect for fans of adventure, strategy, and teamwork. Are you ready to prove your loyalty to the clan? Join us and let the adventure begin!
Learning Goals
Students will improve their reading comprehension.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum9 Lessons
over 9 WeeksLesson 1:
Welcome to the Wild! (Chapters 1-2)
Discussion Topics:
Who is Rusty? What do we know about his life before the forest?
Predictions: What do you think will happen when Rusty enters the wild?
Activity: Clan Name Generator – Students create their own warrior names based on personality traits and favorite animals. Then they will draw a picture of themselves as a warrior animal.
Game: Warrior Code Sorting Game – Introduce the Warrior Code and have students match rules to hypothetical situations. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Becoming Firepaw (Chapters 3-4)
Discussion Topics:
Firepaw’s transition from kittypet to apprentice
Graypaw and Firepaw’s friendship – why is it important?
Activity: Warrior Territory Map – Students draw a map showing the different areas of the clan territories.
Game: Interactive Game to review Chapters 1-4. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Learning the Warrior Ways (Chapters 5-6)
Discussion Topics:
How Firepaw is adapting to clan life
The importance of hierarchy in the clans
Activity: Role-Playing Game – Students are given different clan ranks (apprentice, warrior, leader) and must make decisions based on Warrior Code rules.
Game: Warrior Clan Quiz – Fun game where students match the clan that would best suit different traits. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Secrets and Suspicion (Chapters 7-8)
Discussion Topics:
Firepaw’s growing suspicions about Tigerclaw
Loyalty vs. questioning authority – what would you do?
Activity: Warrior Prophecy Puzzle – Students analyze quotes and create their own mysterious warrior prophecies.
Game: Interactive Game to review Chapters 5-8 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Mild Violence: As a story about wild cats in clans, there are battles, hunting, and some character deaths, though they are not overly graphic.
Themes of Loyalty and Betrayal: The book explores complex moral dilemmas, such as following rules versus doing what is right.
Loss and Grief: Some characters experience loss, which may be emotional for sensitive readers.
Supply List
paper pencil coloring supplies art supplies Warriors: Into the Wild by Erin Hunter
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Warriors: Into the Wild by Erin Hunter
Joined October, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
8 teachers have teaching certificates
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
8 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Saginaw Valley State University
Master's Degree in Education from American International College
Master's Degree from Duke University
Master's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Ottawa
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Houston-Clear Lake
Master's Degree in Special Education from Moreland University
Master's Degree in Education from Lesley University
9 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Mount Holyoke College
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Furman University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Longwood University
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Whitworth University
Bachelor's Degree from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Bohai University, China
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from University of Missouri
Teachers have at least 5 years experience teaching reading to middle school students. Reviews
Live Group Course
$180
for 9 classes1x per week, 9 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-10 learners per class
