Middle School Literature
6th - 7th - 8th grade

Good literature takes us to different times and places, introduces us to fantastic characters, and teaches us to imagine and tell good stories. The more we read, the better we communicate in spoken and written word. Written word is powerful and developing the ability to write well is essential. Junior high students will be exposed to engaging classical works of literature covering a wide range of genres, while emphasizing the development of excellent writing skills.

*All three grade levels take the same course, with varying degrees of expectation afforded to each level. The course content cycles through a 3 year rotation, so all students are exposed to the same literature during their middle school years.

Class Time

Tuesdays

9:00am - 10:30am

10:45am - 12:15pm

1:00am - 2:30pm

Thursdays

9:00am - 10:30am

10:45am - 12:15pm

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Instructor

Jennie Crabtree

Tuition

$535 per semester - (2 semester class)

PCLC Requirements

This course is open to all students enrolled at PCLC. There are no additional fees for this course—all costs are included in the price of tuition. A $10 reservation fee will secure a student’s seat until the course begins. To apply to PCLC, please visit pacificcoastlc.com.

Middle School Literature

This is an engaging, fast-paced class where students will learn to write high-quality essays, expand their vocabulary, participate in group activities, memorize and recite, and give oral presentations. This class will prepare students to excel in English through high school and beyond.

Unit 1: Greek Mythology

Origin/Originals/Impact of modern culture

The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Narrative story arcs

Unit 2: Classic Literature

The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien

Literary analysis essay writing

Unit 3: Fundamentals of Research

Famous Author research paper

Unit 4: Mystery

Book Scavenger by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman

Scavenger Hunt

Research essay writing

Unit 5: Poetry

How to Read Poetry/Forms of poetic expression/Annual Poetry Recital

Unit 6: Fantasy

On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness: The Wingfeather Saga, Book 1 by Andrew Peterson

Unit 7: Short Stories

Selections provided by instructor

Unit 8: TBA

The last unit of the year will be announced at the start of second semester

Class Materials

Students in this class will need to supply the following:
(audio books or digital forms of these works are acceptable)