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Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 PM PST
March 30 - May 1 (Ten sessions over five weeks)
Total hours: 10
Venue: Online
Homework: Assigned reading and notetaking. Optional essay.
With modern book banning on the rise, visit a world where all books are illegal and contemplation has been abandoned. This engrossing and prescient novel from the 1950s is Ray Bradbury’s science fiction masterpiece.
Why it will interest you: If you dig "dystopian" stories or are curious about how technology and media shape our world, you will be fascinated by Bradbury’s vision. It’s a fast-paced thriller that asks big questions: What happens when we stop thinking for ourselves?
What you’ll get out of it: Students will move beyond just "summarizing" a plot to exploring themes, symbolism, and the ways stories reflect the human experience. They will develop the critical thinking skills needed to recognize the "layers" within a text—an essential skill for high school honors and AP English.
The Fun Factor: We treat the book as a mirror to our modern world. The fun comes from the lively, "spiritied" debates and discussions where students are encouraged to articulate their own interpretations and see predictive science fiction at work.
"Suhail is an inspiring and radiant teacher whose love for English and literature shines through in everything he does. His enthusiasm is contagious — he knows how to motivate his students and awaken their curiosity, making them see the beauty and depth of the language." — Carol and Dennis, Parents
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 PM PST
March 30 - May 1 (Ten sessions over five weeks)
Total hours: 10
Venue: Online
Homework: Assigned reading and notetaking. Optional essay.
With modern book banning on the rise, visit a world where all books are illegal and contemplation has been abandoned. This engrossing and prescient novel from the 1950s is Ray Bradbury’s science fiction masterpiece.
Why it will interest you: If you dig "dystopian" stories or are curious about how technology and media shape our world, you will be fascinated by Bradbury’s vision. It’s a fast-paced thriller that asks big questions: What happens when we stop thinking for ourselves?
What you’ll get out of it: Students will move beyond just "summarizing" a plot to exploring themes, symbolism, and the ways stories reflect the human experience. They will develop the critical thinking skills needed to recognize the "layers" within a text—an essential skill for high school honors and AP English.
The Fun Factor: We treat the book as a mirror to our modern world. The fun comes from the lively, "spiritied" debates and discussions where students are encouraged to articulate their own interpretations and see predictive science fiction at work.
"Suhail is an inspiring and radiant teacher whose love for English and literature shines through in everything he does. His enthusiasm is contagious — he knows how to motivate his students and awaken their curiosity, making them see the beauty and depth of the language." — Carol and Dennis, Parents