Esther
2024년 3월 6일
3월 16일부터 시작되는 새 작품 소개 및 <The Giver>의 essay prompts 나눔
지난 두 달 정도에 거쳐서 초등학교 고학년 학생들과 함께 Lois Lowry의 The Giver 전체를 같이 읽으며 토론하고 관련 주제들에 대해 글쓰는 시간을 가졌습니다. 11살에서 12살이 되는 캐릭터가 주인공이라, 초등학생들이 읽어도 충분히 공감할 수 있는 부분이 있지만 가볍지 않은 주제와, 책이 불러일으키는 질문의 내용이 어느 정도의 지적 성숙도를 요구할 수 있기에 실제로 공립 기관이나 영어권 국가에서는 중/고등 학교 때 많이 읽혀지는 책입니다. 서두르지 않고 학생들이 내용면에서 충분히 소화하면서 토론할 수 있는 속도로 진행되었기에 완독하는데 그 전에 읽은 다른 책보다는 조금 더 시간이 걸렸습니다.
학생들과 <The Giver> 내용 확인을 위한 Reading Comprehension 질문이나 수업 중 토론은 지도하시는 분들이 모두들 성심껏 진행하시길 바라며 매 주 학생들에게 내어주어 첨삭 지도했던 에세이 주제들을 공유합니다. 앞으로 위 책을 집에서 읽는 학생이나 수업 진행하시는 분들께 유용하게 쓰이면 좋겠습니다.^^
Prompt #1: Dystopia Vs. Utopia
Imagine a town where everything looks perfect and happy, like a picture from a storybook. But behind this happy picture, there are some problems that people don't talk about. Write a story about a character who starts to notice things that aren't quite right in their town. Maybe some people don't have enough food to eat, or others don't have a safe place to live. Describe what the character sees, hears, and feels as they start to notice these problems.
Prompt #2: Rules for Elementary, Middle and High School Students
Imagine a perfect world where everyone can be happy and successful. But to keep things great, there are some rules to follow. If you were in charge, what rules would you make for students in elementary, middle, and high school? Explain why for each group.
Writing Prompt #3 Exploring Sad Memories
Think about a time when you experienced something sad or painful. Write a personal narrative exploring this memory, focusing on the emotions you felt, the lessons you learned, and how it has shaped you. Consider the impact of this memory on your life and the understanding it brought.
Writing Prompt #4: Cherished Moments
Think about three special moments in your life that made you really happy. These memories are like treasures that you want to keep forever because they bring you joy whenever you think about them. Write about each of these happy memories in detail. Describe what happened, who was there with you, and how you felt during each moment.
Writing Prompt #5: The Little Lie That Grew
Think about a time when you or someone you know told a small fib or white lie. Write a short story about the reasons behind the lie, what happened next, and how it affected relationships. Explore the importance of honesty and share what you learned from this experience.
Prompt #6: The Colorless World
Imagine living in a world where everything is without color. Write a story about what it would be like to live in this colorless world. Describe how people navigate their surroundings, express themselves, and find beauty in the absence of color. Think about how this lack of color might affect emotions and relationships.
Prompt #7: The New Kid
Imagine a story about a new student joining a class where everyone seems to be the same. Describe how the new student feels different at first but eventually finds friends who appreciate their unique qualities and talents.
Prompt #8 : Your Magical Escape
Imagine you're in a magical world where you can escape to anywhere you want. Describe this place in detail. What does it look like? What sounds do you hear? What kind of creatures live there? How do you feel when you're in this escape?
Prompt #9: Book Review
You've just finished reading The Giver. Now, it's time to share your thoughts about the book in a book review. Here are some things to include in your review:
Start by giving a brief summary of the book. Who are the main characters? What is the story about? What happens in the beginning, middle, and end?
Tell me about your favorite characters in the book. What makes them special? Did you have a favorite moment with them?
Share some of the most exciting or interesting parts of the book. Did you have any favorite scenes or moments that you really enjoyed reading?
Think about what you learned from reading the book. Did the book teach you anything new or make you think about things differently?
Finally, tell me what you thought of the book overall. Did you like it? Why or why not? Would you recommend it to your friends?
이어서 3월 16일부터 Fiction Reading & Writing 시간에는 Kate DiCamillo의 <The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane>을 진행합니다. 국내 대형 프랜차이즈 학원에서 (The Giver와는 다르게) 비교적 높지 않은 레벨 교재로 채택된 책이라는 것을 익히 알고 있습니다만 쉽게 읽히면서도 아주 특별한 감동을 주는 스토리입니다. 토론할 수 있는 주제나 내용 면에서 어학 레벨과는 상관없이 (책의 AR 레벨은 4점 중반대입니다.) 많은 초등학생들에게 추천되고, 또 개인적으로 많이 추천해왔던 작품입니다. 특히 이제 곧 본격적인 내신 준비를 위해 원서읽기의 세계를 막 떠나려는(?)듯한 모양을 하고 있는 초등학교 고학년들에게 오랫동안 좋은 기억으로 남으며 아름다운 울림을 줄 수 있는 책입니다. 주 1회 토요일 수업이며 AR 4.0 이상의 초4~초6학년에게 권장하는 원어 수업입니다.