LITERATURE

      Each one of us may read a variety of different materials throughout the day for many different reasons. But whatever our reasons may be, we all read to comprehend. Both 7^th and 8^th grade classes will be focusing on improving their comprehension skills.

      We will be reading a variety of novels throughout the school year that complement the anthology.

      The curriculum is going to be integrated into other subject areas such as history, religion, the arts, writing, technology, and science.

      Over the course of the school year we will be developing an understanding of the elements of literature.  In addition, we will be analyzing the appeal and importance of literature.

      Book reports will be a required component in this literature class. The 7^th and 8^th grade classes will each complete 5 reports this year. Each book report involves a presentation and writing element.

When students understand the greatness of books it gives them the opportunity to appreciate and enjoy a wide range of written works.  
7^th  grade students will be given the opportunity to explore multiple examples of literature. Such as:

            * Short stories

            * Biographies

            * Poetry

            * Novels

This class will be reading a combination of classic literature and modern stories.

Some novels 7th Grade students will be reading include:

The Odyssey: by Homer

A Horse's Tale: Ten Adventures in 100 Years by Nancy Luenn

Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls