Advanced Literature Study (Grades 7–8)

Study a Novel in Depth (Grades 7–8)

Preparation for Upper School Reading

We read, discuss, and analyze the celebrated novel To Kill a Mockingbird. Our study includes watching the film and analyzing it through the lens of the novel; if time permits, we will also read a couple of short stories. This program is designed to prepare students for the kind of close reading and discussion they will meet in the Upper School.

LED BY  Nate Heppner, Grade 7 and 8 English Teacher. 
Contact: nheppner@ljcds.org

Program highlights

• In-depth reading: a full-length novel studied closely over nine weeks.
• Film and text together: students analyze the film adaptation against the novel.
• Discussion-driven: a seminar-style hour rather than a lecture.
• Upper School preparation: the reading and analysis skills students will need in Grade 9.