High School Literature

Grade: 9 - 12 Min: 4 Max: 18 (4 seats remaining)

Min Assistants: 1 Max Assistants: 1 (Assistant Max Reached)

Description:

This course invites high school students to explore the rich and diverse world of literature. Through the study of various genres, students will develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and a greater appreciation for the written word. The course emphasizes reading and discussion, encouraging students to engage with texts on a deeper level. This class will use Canvas; students need to have access and know how to use the learning platform. This class is one (1) high school credit.

Homework:

5+ hours each week (weekly reading and narrations)

Special Projects:

none

Supplies/Curriculum to be Provided by Student:

Students must purchase the following complete (unabridged) works: Night by Eli Wiesel (ISBN 0374500010) And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie (ISBN 0425129586) A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens (ISBN 1917067186) To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee (ISBN 0060935464) The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins (ISBN 0439023483) A Separate Peace by John Knowles (ISBN 0743253973) Additional novels may be added for the second semester, based interest of the class.

Material Fees:

$10/semester (any unused fees will be refunded each semester) Venmo: @vreemanfamily

Skills Needed:

Students must read at grade level and participate in class.

Prerequisites:

none

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