Mary Oliver: ‘When I Am among the Trees’
How does Mary Oliver use trees to express her relationship with herself and the natural world, and what can her poem teach us about our own connection to nature?
Picture books
Develop speaking skills, vocabulary, and visual literacy reading picture books Good Dog, Carl by A. Day, Gorilla by A. Browne, and I Wish You More by A. K. Rosenthal.
Implementing poetry in ELT - NEGATION
Analyse negation as a syntactic and a literary device, to link the field of Syntax to poetry analysing the poem No by Thomas Hood and E. Hanson.
Implementing poetry in ELT - WORD ORDER VARIANTS
In this course you will link the field of Syntax to poetry by analysing the poem by Kenneth Koch
The Great Gatsby - character analysis
Analyze key characters from The Great Gatsby by creating fictional social media profiles that reflect the character’s personality, relationships, and actions. This exercise promotes analytical reading, creative writing, and digital literacy.
Cross-Cultural Literature Exchange
Students will be introduced to the concept of cross-cultural literature, learn how to select a short story or poem from a different culture, and begin preparations for their presentations. The goal is for students to explore how literature reflects cultural values, traditions, and experiences.
Cultural stereotypes in Changing Places
Explore which cultural stereotypes about USA and UK are displayed in David Lodge’s novel Changing Places.
Literature and geography – the suburb
Get to know the concept of the suburb and the variety of places and ways of life the term can stand for.
A Clockwork Orange
Compete in a game based on your knowledge of Anthony Burgess’ novel A Cklockwork Orange.
Myth and Literature
What are the main themes and motifs of Myths? What are their common elements across the cultures? How do modern adaptations change the themes and the heroes of the myths?
Science Fiction - Utopia, Dystopia
What are the main characteristics of Utopia and Dystopia in Science Fiction? What are the differences between the two concepts? How do stories/films on Utopia and Dystopia reflect on our contemporary social problems? What image do they convey about our possible future?
Gothic Literature - E. A. Poe
Vanity in Augustan Poetry and popular music
What does beauty mean? What does vanity mean? What relationship can be established between the two concepts?
Utopian society
Get familiar with the term utopia and literary works addressing the topic, analysing existing societies based on utopian ideals.
Children’s Literature, Picture Books
The problem to be solved by the end of the lesson is how to effectively translate the themes of "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" into a visual representation through a new book cover design. Students should demonstrate their ability to interpret literary themes and apply artistic skills to create a meaningful and engaging illustration. Additionally, they should connect their personal reflections on aspirations and challenges to the book’s themes, integrating these insights into their artwork.
Death Penalty in Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens
Learn about the importance of justice through activities related to different types of crimes and punishments through Charles Dickens’s Oliver Twist.
Emily Dickinson’s Poetry
Explore and share your personal interpretations of Emily Dickinson’s poems, within the context relevant to your life.
Mental Disorders and The Fall of the House of Usher
Explore the presentation of mental disorder thorough E. A. Poe’s story The Fall of the House of Usher