𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝘂𝗶 𝗦𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱'𝘀 𝘞𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀!

We'll take a look at the stories from a literary standpoint, discussing elements such as how the author creates realistic characters, foreshadows events, incorporates specific themes, and more!
The class aims to prove that reading "smart" isn't just for dusty old books-- that all books hold a treasure trove of secret ingredients if you only learn how to look for them. This class an excellent way for students to learn and practice academic book discussion about a topic they're already fans of-- 𝘞𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘦!

Each class will feature a new discussion topic, listed below. This class is a guided discussion; while the topics are defined and I strive to keep students on subject, students are nonetheless encouraged to speak up, offer opinions, and play a role in guiding the conversation. 

This is a weekly subscription-style class that can be joined at any time— the material does not repeat!



𝗨𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲:
Week of October 21: "Change one thing" discussion/alternative endings
Week of October 28: Gimkit or Kahoot trivia
Week of November 4: NO CLASS
Week of November 11: Deathbringer’s Role in Shaping Destiny
Week of November 18: Comparing the NightWings and HiveWings: Secrets and Control
Week of November 25: Battle Strategies from the War of SandWing Succession
Week of December 2: NO CLASS
Week of December 9: "Villain or Misunderstood?" Debate (Blister, Blaze, and Burn)
Week of December 16: Designing Your Own Dragon Tribe: Create a Name, Powers, and History
Week of December 23: NO CLASS
Week of January 6: NO CLASS
Week of January 13: "What makes a good leader?" (Focus on Thorn, Snowfall, and Glory)
Week of January 20: Discussion: Dragon Relationships and Friendships
Week of January 27: Comparing Pantalan Tribes to Pyrrhia Tribes
Week of February 3: NO CLASS
Week of February 10: Animus Magic: Gifts or Curses?
Week of February 17: Which Dragon Would You Choose as an Ally? Debate and Discussion
Week of February 24: Wings of Fire Mapmaking Challenge
Week of March 2: NO CLASS
Week of March 9: The Role of Prophecies: Helpful or Harmful?
Week of March 16: Peril and Clay: The Power of Friendship
Week of March 23: Wings of Fire Emoji Pictionary Challenge
Week of March 30: NO CLASS
Week of April 6: Wings of Fire Hero’s Journey: How Dragons Become Legends

While students do not need to have read the entire series to take this class, students who are particularly sensitive to spoilers should be cautious about what sessions they enroll in. Where applicable, I have listed what books we'll specifically be discussing.

Please note that we take the first week of every month off; you are not charged for this week, and will not need to unenroll!

𝘞𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘦 is written by Tui T. Sutherland, illustrated by Joy Ang, and published by Scholastic.