Course Description:  When you make connections to the literature you’re reading, you will remember it for years. It becomes a part of who you are. Learning with Literature gives students the tools they need to build those connections, improve reading comprehension, and become great readers and writers who are able to express themselves eloquently. Each week provides the opportunity to learn spelling and grammar through copywork, dictation, and grammar lessons. We will discuss literary elements found in the book and use our new knowledge for writing projects. Students will be assigned at-home reading and will be expected to log their pages, with incentives along the way to keep them engaged and motivated. Book club parties will take place at the conclusion of each assigned book.

Course Viewpoint:  Mixed

Course Length:  open

Time:  11:00-11:55

Cost:  $100 per semester, due at the start of each semester (cash or check only), payment plan options available upon request

Supply Fee:  $5 per semester

Class Prerequisite:  Minimum age 11 and the ability to read and write.

Materials Teacher Will Provide:  Book party supplies, reading incentives, some homework

Materials Students Must Provide:  Pencils, writing notebook, several chapter books throughout the year (book list will be released at a future date, leaving sufficient time for ordering online)

Minimum Enrollment:  5

Maximum Enrollment:  15

Parent Requirements:  Students participating are committing to reading/listening to assigned books at home. I will provide written and verbal feedback on writing assignments; if parents prefer a rubric or letter grade, it will be their responsibility to grade writing assignments.

Teacher:  Theresa Bott

Contact:  tbott406@gmail.com