Target Audience: Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, and Grade 10 students (ages 12-16)
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Curriculum Description: This workshop celebrates the joy of storytelling through mystery, adventure, and imagination. Students will explore Arthur Conan Doyle, Agatha Christie, Jules Verne, H.G. Wells, Carlo Collodi, and J.R.R. Tolkien, discovering how these authors created unforgettable characters, thrilling plots, and imaginative worlds that continue to captivate readers of all ages. Each lesson includes interactive activities, podcasts, and quizzes to reinforce learning.
Prerequisites: None - perfect for students who love a good story.
Learning Outcomes: By the end of this workshop, students will be able to identify the major works and authors of mystery, adventure, and fantasy literature, understand the conventions of detective fiction, science fiction, and fantasy, analyze how authors create suspense, wonder, and imaginative worlds, and appreciate the enduring appeal of these popular genres.