This is a discussion-based class that will build young readers' confidence in tackling longer chapter books with more complex, young adult themes. 

We will cover vocabulary that comes up in the text, how Lyra's world differs from our own, character motivation, and the book's overall themes. 

Each class will open with an open discussion of reader reactions and questions that will be noted for later discussion. I will then guide discussion with some questions for reader comprehension, and then analysis of the chapters. I will also incorporate any questions that come up along the way. 

My goal is to make sure each student feels welcome to participate in the conversation at their own level, and I will gently push to ensure all students have their voices heard. 


Week 1: Chapters 1 and 2
Week 2: Chapters 3 and 4
Week 3: Chapters 5 and 6
Week 4: Chapters 7 and 8 
Week 5: Chapters 9 and 10 
Week 6: Chapters 11 and 12
Week 7: Chapters 13 and 14
Week 8: Chapters 15 and 16
Week 9: Chapters 17 and 18
Week 10: Chapters 19 and 20
Week 11: Chapters 21 - 23