Middle School Literature

Textbook: –

Materials: Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson
Chasing Lincoln’s Killer by James L. Swanson
Ghost by Jason Reynolds
Hunger games by Suzanne Collins
The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
1 1/2” Binder
10 Binder dividers
Loose-leaf paper
Pens
Pencils and eraser
Highlighters
Post-it notes.

Supply Fee: $15 per year

Length: 1 hour Class

Class Description: This literature class consists of reading, analyzing, and discussing various novels to understand how authors use language to create meaning. Classes focus on critical thinking, requiring students to interpret texts, develop arguments, and explore historical or cultural contexts. Common activities include writing essays, participating in discussions, studying literary techniques, comprehension through games, incorporating hands on activities, and projects.

Homework will include some writing assignments, literature reading, answering questions, and projects. Students will be responsible for homework each week.

Approximate time for homework each week outside of class: 1-3 hours