Literature and Composition (St. Therese Session B) 5th-8th, *$100/Semester

Travel through time and story—from explorers to patriots, frontier children to modern heroes—through literature, primary sources, and hands-on discovery.

Students will explore the rich narratives of America’s past through carefully selected historical and fictional literature. From the adventures of Beorn the Proud and Columbus, to the courage of Sacagawea and the resilience of Code Talkers, children encounter the people, ideas, and events that shaped the United States. Historical poetry and primary sources—such as Paul Revere’s Ride and the Preamble to the Constitution—allow students to connect with the language, ideals, and civic spirit of our nation.

This course blends reading, discussion, and interactive activities. Students participate in games, group projects, and creative explorations that make history tangible and memorable. Each student will select items to memorize and perform, including patriotic songs, poems, speeches, or the Pledge of Allegiance, building both literacy and civic awareness. Composition will be integrated into the course work, using IEW Structure and Style methodology and further cementing our history journey.

To celebrate the year’s journey, students and families participate in a Celebrate America Party, sharing dishes that honor the cultural and historical diversity of the United States. Students are expected to complete reading assignments in advance, beginning with the first book before the first class. Many texts are available at local libraries or through used book sources.

Prepare for a year of discovery, imagination, and all-American fun, where history leaps off the page and into your student’s imagination!

Required Material: Coming Soon

Instructor: Stephanie Martin 260-615-6967, stephanie.martin.1009@gmail.com

*** Significant discounts are available for full-day enrollment and co-op families. ***
Contact Mary Milligan for questions (260) 243-8192.

St. Therese Catholic Church, 2304 Lower Huntington Rd., Fort Wayne, IN

* If a student has special needs, please contact the teacher to discuss any accommodations that might be made.

** All classes require online family registration and enrollment. Year-long classes carry a $50 yearly enrollment fee. This enrolls your student in the class for the entire year. There is no need to re-enroll for 2nd semester. The cost of the class is due no later than the first day of each semester in an envelope labeled with your student's name & the class name with cash or a check made out to the teacher. Registration and Enrollment Fees are non-refundable.