Month: January 2021

  • Parent Guide: The Monkey’s Paw

    Parent Guide: The Monkey’s Paw

    This week in class, we’re reading “The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs. In “The Monkey’s Paw,” a man ignores the warnings of an old friend and makes a wish that brings misery upon his family. As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Death and Fate & Free Will as they relate to the text. We are…

  • Parent Guide: Two Kinds

    Parent Guide: Two Kinds

    This week in class, we’re reading “Two Kinds” by Amy Tan. In “Two Kinds,” a woman reminisces about the misunderstandings and conflicts that contributed to her challenging relationship with her mother. As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Friendship & Family, Growing Up, and Identity as they relate to the text. We…

  • Parent Guide: The Lottery

    Parent Guide: The Lottery

    This week in class, we’re reading “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson. In Shirley Jackson’s short story “The Lottery,” an entire town participates in a ritual that turns surprisingly sinister. As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Justice, Freedom & Equality, Morality, and Social Pressure as they relate to the text. We are…