Words Alive
Egyptian mummies. Roman gladiators. Medieval knights. Joan of Arc.
Using stories from ancient and medieval history as a backdrop, discover how to bring your written words alive to create magic and wonder in fictional and non-fiction writing.
Using LOTS of games and activities, you’ll gently explore writing mechanics like spelling and grammar. You’ll also dive deep into historical-fiction stories with lively book discussions that focus on characters, themes, and basic literary techniques.
The goal of the class is that at the end of the school year you will know that you can write and that, in fact, you can write well!
Class Schedule
Prerequisites
None
Materials Required
Pencil
Homework
Students will have a writing assignment each week. The assignments must be typed. Some will be single paragraphs. Others will be 1-2 page fictional stories, response papers, or short essays. Three historical fiction books will be read fall semester, and 4 historical fiction books will be read winter semester. Students will also help teach the class by giving presentations.
Notes
Attending class will prepare you for your writing assignment homework so don't be nervous about having a weekly writing assignment. We also play lots of games in class!
You will need a timeline book for class each week. Purchase our ASA timeline book or bring one from home.
About half of the books are NOT on Audible. If you can find an audiobook elsewhere feel free to use it.
Books Students Provide
Title: Across the Ages: A Timeline Book
Required: yes - full year
Own or share with sibling? Everyone needs their own copy
Notes: This book is published by ASA and used in all of the history classes. If you already have a copy from a previous class, you do NOT need to purchase another copy. If you do not already own a copy, you MUST purchase one during registration. It will be under the Fee section in the ASAP registration system.
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Required: Yes - Fall
Own or share with sibling? Can share
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Notes: We recommend the audiobook!
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Required: Yes - Spring
Own or share with sibling? Can share
Notes: You can read another version of Arabian Nights if you prefer.