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