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.
 
Level
This course is appropriate for upper grammar students in grades 4th-6th, or 9-12 years old.
 
Book List
Sept. 22 or 24-- William Bradford, Pilgrim Boy
Oct. 20 or 22-- Ben and Me, Robert Lawson
Nov. 17 or 19 -- By the Great Horn Spoon! Sid Fleischman
Jan. 26 or 28 -- Arrow Over the Door, Joseph Bruchac
Feb. 23 or 25 -- Benjamin West and His Cat Grimalkin, Marguerite Henry 
March 22 or 24 -- Homer Price, Robert McCloskey
 
Meeting Schedule
75-minute live class meetings.
Meets seven times throughout the school year.
Two Sections: Tuesdays, 1:15PM PST/4:15PM EST OR Thursdays, 2:15PM PST/5:15PM EST
Our orientation on 8/25 or 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.
 
Deposit and Discounts
A $50 non-refundable deposit holds your student's spot. You can pay the remaining balance with monthly payments or in full before the class begins. Use this link to register with a deposit. Families with multiple students will receive a 50% discount on tuition for subsequent registered siblings. Also, a referral credit of $30 will be awarded to any family who refers another registered student/family.
 
Payments
Payment plans are available! Message me at melissa@seeitexcellent.com to make payments without paying a service fee or to set up a payment arrangement. This course is $175 when using manual payments.
 
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