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Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 PM PST
May 5 - 28 (Eight sessions over five weeks)
Total hours: 8
Venue: Online
Homework: Assigned reading and notetaking. Optional essay.
Explore Alaska’s snowy north country from the perspective of a stout-hearted dog named Buck, who journeys from Santa Clara housepet to gold rush sled dog, and beyond.
Why it will interest you: If you love animals, survival stories, or high-stakes adventure, Buck’s transformation will captivate you. It’s a thrilling "dog’s eye view" of a world where nature’s laws are the only ones that matter.
What they’ll get out of it: Students will practice the art of "reading for depth." We use specific notetaking techniques (page notes) to ensure you understand every twist of the plot while learning to identify themes of resilience and adaptation that are essential for higher-level literature.
The Fun Factor: We dive into the grit and glory of the Klondike Gold Rush! The fun lies in the immersive discussions of history, survival, and human nature, turning a classic classroom text into a pulse-pounding expedition.
"Suhail is an extraordinary educator who knows how to spark curiosity, build confidence, and make classic stories feel engaging and relevant. In his class, my love for reading and writing deepened through engaging discussions of works like... The Call of the Wild." — Skyler, Student
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 PM PST
May 5 - 28 (Eight sessions over five weeks)
Total hours: 8
Venue: Online
Homework: Assigned reading and notetaking. Optional essay.
Explore Alaska’s snowy north country from the perspective of a stout-hearted dog named Buck, who journeys from Santa Clara housepet to gold rush sled dog, and beyond.
Why it will interest you: If you love animals, survival stories, or high-stakes adventure, Buck’s transformation will captivate you. It’s a thrilling "dog’s eye view" of a world where nature’s laws are the only ones that matter.
What they’ll get out of it: Students will practice the art of "reading for depth." We use specific notetaking techniques (page notes) to ensure you understand every twist of the plot while learning to identify themes of resilience and adaptation that are essential for higher-level literature.
The Fun Factor: We dive into the grit and glory of the Klondike Gold Rush! The fun lies in the immersive discussions of history, survival, and human nature, turning a classic classroom text into a pulse-pounding expedition.
"Suhail is an extraordinary educator who knows how to spark curiosity, build confidence, and make classic stories feel engaging and relevant. In his class, my love for reading and writing deepened through engaging discussions of works like... The Call of the Wild." — Skyler, Student