Upper Grammar American Literature

This course, covering classic Early America period literature (Aligned with IEW's US History-Based Writing) will engage your upper grammar level student to understand, enjoy and think critically about the classic literature he/she reads, with in-depth discussion guides culminating in a one-hour and fifteen minute, live interactive discussion with an experienced literature instructor, Melissa Sweeney, MA Literature. The written worksheets can be done as students read (recommended) or the day before class. Students should have their filled-out worksheets with them during class in order to participate. An optional discussion grade (points) is available. This course is appropriate for upper grammar students in grades 4th-6th, or 9-12 years old. Meeting Schedule: 75-minute, live class meetings. Meets seven times throughout the school year. Thursdays, 2:15PM PST/5:15PM EST Our orientation on 8/27 will be a shorter class, but your student won't want to miss it. We will learn how to navigate our virtual classroom and discuss the literary terms for the first assignment. Book List: Sept. 24-- William Bradford, Pilgrim Boy Oct. 22-- Ben and Me, Robert Lawson Nov. 19 -- By the Great Horn Spoon! Sid Fleischman Jan. 28 -- Arrow Over the Door, Joseph Bruchac Feb. 25 -- Benjamin West and His Cat Grimalkin, Marguerite Henry March 24 -- Homer Price, Robert McCloskey