A Close Reading of ‘Harry Potter and The Philosopher's Stone’ by J.K. Rowling
This course delves into the exciting and magical world of ‘Harry Potter’. Students taking this course have the opportunity to read the first of J.K Rowling’s incredible series of novels, following the adventures of Harry and his friends as they discover more about the wizarding world and its dark secrets!
This course delves into the exciting and magical world of ‘Harry Potter’. Students taking this course have the opportunity to read the first of J.K Rowling’s incredible series of novels, following the adventures of Harry and his friends as they discover more about the wizarding world and its dark secrets!
Each lesson focuses on different chapters, equipping students with the skills to carry out a close reading of the text whilst discussing interesting themes, imagery and characterisations as they read. Each student is encouraged to read the text as closely as possible and to attempt to explain the effect of the language and how it makes them feel.
Working within a dynamic and interactive framework, students will learn to think independently and develop a critical analysis of the language and structure of the text. This course equips students with a wide range of tools they can apply throughout their academic and professional career.
Course Content
14 LESSONS
14 HOURS Total Length
Lesson 1
Chapter One
60 minutes
Lesson 2
Chapter Two
60 minutes
Lesson 3
Chapter Three
60 minutes
Lesson 4
Chapter Four
60 minutes
Lesson 5
Chapters Five and Six
60 minutes
Lesson 6
Chapters Seven and Eight
60 minutes
Lesson 7
Chapter Nine
60 minutes
Lesson 8
Chapter Ten
60 minutes
Lesson 9
Chapter Eleven
60 minutes
Lesson 10
Chapters Twelve and Thirteen
60 minutes
Lesson 11
Chapter Fourteen
60 minutes
Lesson 12
Chapter Fifteen
60 minutes
Lesson 13
Chapter Sixteen
60 minutes
Lesson 14
Chapter Seventeen
60 minutes
Key Skills
Close Reading
Vocabulary Development
Storytelling
Creative Thinking
Educator
Harry N
English, French and Russian Educator
After a career as a policeman, Harry now dedicates his time to being an Educator. Harry specialises in helping children with school entrance exams as well as English, French, History and Russian lessons.
