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Literature
High School Classic Book Club
Have fun reading several well known high school classic novels with weekly live discussions, sharing other art based off the books, and opportunities to ask questions.
Class Schedule(s)
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We will read an average of 3 to 4 books in a 12 week period, the final books decided on will be up to the learners in the section. In the first class we will be going over the possible classic books to choose from (what a classic is and discuss each story). My objective will be to create an interest and love of reading before we even start. At the end of the first class, we will vote on which books to read together (taking in to account any books the learners present might have already read so we don't repeat on anyone - unless requested). Books I will recommend include: Atlas Shrugged, by Ayn Rand The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain The Count of Monte Cristo, by Alexandre Dumas Fahrenheit 451, by Ray Bradbury Frankenstein, by Mary Shelley Grapes of Wrath, by John Steinbeck Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens Good Earth, by Pearl S. Buck Jane Eyre, by Charlotte Bronte Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen Shogun, by James Clavell The Three Musketeers, by Alexandre Dumas **If a learner has an additional book they want to read, we will discuss it.** Before we start each book, we will discuss the important aspects of the book, anything historic the students should know about, and any concepts they should be aware of. It will generally take 3-6 weeks to complete a book, depending on the size of the book. Once we decide on the book, I will let the learners know how long we will take and set weekly reading targets. Each week, we will discuss what we have read. I will have questions to ask, but, generally, I prefer to let the learners run the discussion. If movies have been made of the books, we may review scenes from the sections we just read and discuss those as well.
Additional Information
Class size: 3-10 students
Supplies: Each learner will need to have a copy of the books selected to read.
Class tags:
Literature
Reading
Reading Comprehension
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Contact usAbout Andromeda Edison
Certified Human Rights and Local Government Educator, Editor by Profession (and Lover of Books)
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