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Novel Study (Grades 9–11) – List 2
$10/week/student
Reading, Writing, and Critical Thinking for Independent Learners
This self-guided novel study program is designed for students in Grades 9–11 who are ready to engage with meaningful literature in a structured, accessible format. The selected novels are widely taught in classrooms and offer rich opportunities to explore character, theme, conflict, and societal issues—without exposing students to mature or inappropriate content.
Each novel is broken into weekly reading sections, accompanied by comprehension questions, structured writing prompts, and a final short essay. All assignments are grounded in the text, and students are encouraged to develop strong analytical thinking and clear written expression through each lesson.
✍️ How It Works
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Each novel is divided into weekly lessons (one per week)
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Every lesson includes:
→ A reading assignment
→ Comprehension questions
→ A short writing task -
Each unit concludes with a final short essay focused on a key theme or character development
Books Included in the Program & Duration
| Novel Title | Author | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| To Kill a Mockingbird | Harper Lee | 6 weeks |
| The Crucible | Arthur Miller | 5 weeks |
| Of Mice and Men* | John Steinbeck | 5 weeks |
| Animal Farm | George Orwell | 6 weeks |
| The Giver | Lois Lowry | 6 weeks |
Caution Note for Parents:
Books marked with an asterisk (*) explore serious or emotionally sensitive topics such as poverty, injustice, or social oppression. These titles are age-appropriate and widely used in schools but are best suited for students who are prepared to thoughtfully engage with these themes through structured reading and writing activities.
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