
War Fiction: Short Stories Exploring Combat and Its Effects
K. L. N. Murthy4.1
Ages 13–18 · 55 min · 1 / Week
$22.43per classSee schedule

Read Grace Lin’s novel and study its characters, themes, and language through discussion and analysis grounded in Chinese folklore elements.

Paid once.
This course centers on reading and analyzing The Gate, the Girl, and the Dragon. Students prepare by reading assigned sections, then discuss excerpts and complete activities that explore characterization, setting, genre, language choices, and the book’s themes rooted in Chinese folklore.
Improve reading comprehension of the novel
Analyze characters, setting, plot, and themes
Examine author’s language and genre choices
Make text-to-self, text-to-text, and text-to-world connections
Participate in guided discussions and related activities
Materials needed:
For this class, learners will need to have the novel, The Gate, the Girl, and the Dragon by Grace Lin (2025), in addition to basic writing materials.
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With over two decades of experience in classroom teaching and homeschooling, she focuses on making literature and writing relevant and enjoyable. A certified English teacher and TESOL credential holder, this educator uses creative projects and real-world connections to strengthen…
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K. L. N. Murthy
Beginner
Level
13–18
Ages
55 min
Duration
1 / Week
Classes
14
Weeks

Y. S. Chennamma
Beginner
Level
14–18
Ages
45 min
Duration
1 / Week
Classes
10
Weeks

Y. S. Chennamma
Beginner
Level
11–16
Ages
45 min
Duration
1 / Week
Classes
8
Weeks

G. Sundari
Beginner
Level
11–14
Ages
20 min
Duration
2 / Week
Classes
10
Weeks

V. Rajeswari
Beginner
Level
8–13
Ages
40 min
Duration
1 / Week
Classes
7
Weeks

Usha Malviya
Beginner
Level
14–16
Ages
50 min
Duration
1 / Week
Classes
13
Weeks

Manju Guha
Beginner
Level
15–18
Ages
45 min
Duration
1 / Week
Classes
18
Weeks

M. R. Nagarathna
Advanced
Level
15–18
Ages
50 min
Duration
1 / Week
Classes
3
Weeks