高校低学年向けELA：読解、ライティング、文法、スペリングスキル

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲—𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬. 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐬—𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐬𝐚𝐲 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐨 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡.

This full-year high school English Language Arts class brings together everything learners need—without parents having to piece it together on their own.

Each week includes two 45-minute sessions: one focused on reading and literary discussion, and the other on grammar and writing instruction. Reading and writing happen at home so class time can stay focused, intentional, and engaging.

We alternate between short stories, poems, and nonfiction, as well as two complete book studies—one fiction, one nonfiction. In writing, learners build essential grammar and spelling skills while learning how to write clearly, revise meaningfully, and use language with purpose.

There are no timed prompts, no busywork, and no vague expectations. Instead, learners get direct instruction, modeling, thoughtful discussion—and clear feedback they can actually use. This is a flipped classroom: learners read and write at home so class time stays focused, engaging, and intentional. All submitted writing is graded using a standards-based rubric, and rewrites are always welcome. Growth is the goal.

It’s not about checking boxes—it’s about building the kind of clarity and confidence that carries into every subject, assignment, and conversation.

📁 Learners will also receive access to a class folder with weekly reading links, assignment instructions, and optional tools like a writing companion and progress tracker to help them stay organized and on track.

✍️ 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬, 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤.

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📚 What Makes Our Book Studies Different

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬—𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭. These projects may include theme-based reflections, creative reimaginings, symbolism maps, or analytical visuals—always guided, always purposeful.

𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐠𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐭. 𝐄𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐧 to challenge learners' thinking and deepen their understanding of theme, structure, and character development. 𝐖𝐞 𝐬𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧—𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐨 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤—𝐬𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭, 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭.

We will read:
The Pearl by John Steinbeck – Exploring power, poverty, and moral tension in a tightly crafted novella

Farewell to Manzanar by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston – A nonfiction memoir of resilience, identity, and injustice during the Japanese internment camps

Each book is supported by guided discussion, vocabulary tools, and a final project that encourages learners to think deeply and respond meaningfully—without the pressure of traditional essays.

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📖 How We Approach Literary Analysis

𝐄𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲, 𝐩𝐨𝐞𝐦, 𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐞𝐱𝐭—𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬. These texts are chosen to spark discussion and support skill-building—not overwhelm with volume.

𝐖𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤, such as symbolism, tone, structure, or author intent. Learners build the tools to interpret literature deeply—without over-analyzing every line.

Class time includes modeling, group discussion, and guided questions to help learners read more critically and express their thinking with clarity.

Texts include:
The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost
Letter from Birmingham Jail by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The Story of an Hour by Kate Chopin
…and many more

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠—𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞.

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✏️ Grammar, Spelling, and Sentence Craft

𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐬—𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠. We teach grammar and spelling as tools to strengthen clarity, voice, and confidence.

𝐄𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥—𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐨𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞—𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐭. We don’t just name the skill—we model how it shows up in real writing and how to revise for it.

Spelling is woven into grammar through pattern recognition, editing strategies, and direct instruction—no memorized lists, just skills that stick.

Lessons are designed to support learners who want writing that sounds stronger, reads cleaner, and feels more confident—without the overwhelm.

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✍️ Academic Writing That Actually Teaches Writing

𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝—𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬, 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬. Rather than cramming in too much, each lesson focuses on one skill learners can truly understand, apply, and carry forward in their writing.

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐝, 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 on every submitted assignment—more than a grade, less than an essay critique. Revision is always encouraged, and learners grow at their own pace with structure and support.

Writing units are layered throughout the year, so learners can return to key concepts—like argument or clarity—with more confidence each time. Learners might outline an argument, revise a weak paragraph, or strengthen their thesis—always with a clear goal and meaningful feedback.

𝐁𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞.

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⭐ What Sets This Class Apart

📘 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 with weekly reading links, assignment instructions, and optional support tools

📘 𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 to help learners stay focused and apply skills outside of class

📘 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐫 so learners and families can follow progress and stay on pace

📘 𝐑𝐮𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜-𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 that shows what’s working—and what to revise

📘 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 on every writing assignment, with rewrites always welcome

📘 𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 between literary analysis and writing—for depth, not overload

📘 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥-𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠, not memorization—all provided through public domain links

📘 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬, so learners demonstrate understanding in creative and meaningful ways

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💬 Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does my learner need to attend both days each week?
A: Yes—each week is carefully designed to balance reading and writing. Missing a day means missing half the learning experience. Recordings are available if needed.

Q: Is there homework? How much time should we expect?
A: Learners are expected to complete one reading and one writing assignment each week outside of class. Most spend about 1–1.5 hours total per week on homework.

Q: Will my learner receive feedback on writing?
A: Yes! All writing is graded using a clear rubric, and learners receive personalized feedback. Rewrites are welcome—this course is built for growth, not perfection.

Q: What if my learner misses a class?
A: All classes are recorded. Learners can watch the replay and still submit writing for feedback to stay on track.

Q: What happens if we join mid-year?
A: You’re welcome to join at any point in the year. Your tuition is automatically prorated based on your start date. While you’ll receive all materials moving forward, access to previous weeks’ content is not included.

Q: Why am I still being charged each week, even during breaks?
A: This is a full-year course—not a weekly subscription. Payment can be made in full or through weekly installments (which include a small added fee). Scheduled breaks are built into the course structure, and once the full course has been paid, billing stops automatically. Learners can join at any time and will only be charged for the remaining portion of the course.

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Our classrooms are rooted in the Socratic teaching approach, where curiosity and critical thinking come to life. Learners are guided through open dialogue and meaningful conversations, allowing them to explore topics more deeply and develop a thorough understanding.

To accommodate diverse learning styles, we thoughtfully combine traditional methods—like videos and carefully chosen presentations—with interactive discussions. This balanced approach ensures that every learner feels engaged and supported in their journey.

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Please note that we value mental health and are committed to preventing teacher burnout. 

To support our team’s well-being, we take company-wide breaks during which no classes will be held and emails will not be answered.

You may experience a delay in responses during the following dates:


2025

April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)


Week of November 23, 2025 OFF (Late November Break)
Week of December 28, 2025 OFF - Winter Break

2026

Week of January 4, 2026 OFF - Winter Break
Week of March 29, 2026
Week of April 5, 2026 - OFF - Spring Break


In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.

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Policies and Guidelines 

🌟 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵
We believe in empowering educators to teach from the heart, embracing their unique styles and approaches. Each of our instructors brings their own passion and expertise to the classroom, which means not all classes will be taught in exactly the same way or use the same materials and assignments.

While the core topics and themes will always remain consistent, the teaching methods and resources may vary from class to class. This diversity enriches the learning experience and allows students to benefit from a range of perspectives and approaches.

We encourage our educators to stay true to their individual teaching styles while maintaining the high standards of engagement and quality that define our programs. This approach not only supports the creativity and authenticity of our teachers but also ensures that every class is an authentic and meaningful experience.

🌟 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆
We strictly adhere to Outschool's refund and rescheduling policy for all of our classes. Once a class has been paid for, there will be no deviation from Outschool's guidelines. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling outside of what Outschool allows.

We follow a structured classroom weekly breakdown schedule to maintain consistency. In cases where an instructor is unavailable, we will provide a substitute teacher whenever possible to ensure the course or club/enrichment classes remain on track. If no substitute is available for a scheduled class, refunds will be issued. Please note that no refunds will be given for choosing not to attend a substitute-led session.

🌟 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆
To ensure a safe and secure learning environment, students are required to keep their cameras on for an initial visual verification at the beginning of class. After verification, students are welcome to turn their cameras off if they prefer, unless they have been verified by Outschool and have the verification badge, which exempts them from this requirement.

We understand that every learner has different comfort levels, and we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and supported. We meet students where they are, honoring their individuality and comfort while maintaining a safe, welcoming space for all.

🌟 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
We believe that every learner deserves to feel valued and included. Our classrooms are welcoming and safe spaces for students of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is treated with kindness, respect, and dignity.

🌟 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆
In compliance with Outschool's policies, we do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former families on any social networking site (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn). Additionally, we do not provide or ask for any personal information, including email addresses or phone numbers.

🌟 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆
Our approach to homework prioritizes meaningful reinforcement rather than quantity. We assign one targeted activity each week that directly aligns with the material covered in class. These assignments are thoughtfully designed to help students apply what they’ve learned in a purposeful and effective way.

It is important to note that our organization does not offer classes that guarantee an hour of homework each week. Instead, we focus on comprehension and retention through thoughtful in-class discussions and purposeful assignments, avoiding excessive or repetitive work.

All homework assignments must be submitted during the week the lesson was taught in order to receive feedback. Writing assignments must be submitted in a typed format—either as a Google Doc, Word document, comment, or private email on the platform.
Photos of handwritten work will not be accepted since they are often too difficult to read and provide feedback on.

Learners who need assistance with typing are welcome to have someone type for them, as long as the work itself remains the student's own ideas and words.

All writing assignments will be assessed based on a rubric, and feedback will be given using that rubric to ensure clarity and consistency.

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We believe that learning is a collaborative process that involves the whole family. We regularly provide feedback to families because we value open communication and want to make sure everyone feels informed, supported, and involved in the learning journey. Our goal is to ensure that both learners and families feel confident and happy with their progress and experience.

We truly value family input and encourage open communication. Whether it’s celebrating successes or discussing areas to improve, we’re here to make sure everyone feels included in the process.