2026 MS103 Fall Wednesday Class (G3)

Teacher:  Mariella 

Lesson Dates:  10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 1/6/2027, 1/13/2027，1/20/2027, 1/27/2027

Course Objectives: 

This course introduces students to novels from a variety of genres. Specifically, this course will cover a fantasy novel, a comedic adventure novel, a historical fiction novel, a mystery novel, and a narrative novel. This varied reading list will not only challenge and engage students but also give them the opportunity to read for a main idea and purpose across genres. All readings share a similar theme: freedom and creativity. This thematic focus will structure the semester, allow the instructor to facilitate discussion of text-to-text comparisons, and help students connect their personal lives to the stories/themes they discover. In their writing, students will learn the Claim, Evidence, and Commentary (CEC) paragraph structure and apply it to their writing. They will also develop basic grammar skills, which they will practice in class via homework worksheets and quizzes. Finally, students will begin developing the fundamentals of creative writing and creative expression through creative journaling and in-class exercises. 

 

Book List: Fall PDF Books 

Optional Reading: