Reading & Activities (July)
Book Club Meetings on Schoolhouse World:
July 1 and July 15
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If you need something new to read, here are some suggestions!
Choose any combination of reading materials that you please.
Click below to access free links to PDFs and the accompanying activities you can do as you read.
Nonfiction (Videos Included)
If you are short on time or would prefer to watch videos, here are some resources:
*** These resources can help you with building a broad base of knowledge that is recommended for literature courses (such as AP English Language and Composition) or the reading and writing section of the SAT. Even if you are not taking such courses or exams, it is always worthwhile to expand your knowledge about the world around you! :)
Activities
For the SAT/literature courses: Nonfiction can be challenging to read! Write down any words that are unfamiliar to you and summarize the key concepts presented as you read. This can help you practice good active reading strategies!
Presentation/Reflection: What are the most interesting takeaways from your reading? What did you learn?
Novels
1984 by George Orwell
Click here to download a free pdf
All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque
Click here to download a free pdf
The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
Click here to download a free pdf
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo
Click here to download a free pdf
*** Many of these books are found on lists of recommended reading for AP English Literature and Composition and general high school literature classes. It will help you make note of key themes, characters, symbols, and other important literary elements.
Activities
Verbal: Prepare a summary of the book that you can share with members. What did you love most about this book? Would you recommend it to others? What was your favorite scene? Would you edit the novel in any way if given the opportunity?
Visual: Draw your favorite scene, character, or symbol.
Written: Rewrite a section of the novel or write something new inspired by your reading!
Mythology
I hope to see you at our meeting, but feel free to discuss your reading in the group chat if you cannot attend!
If you have any recommendations, I would love to add them here!