Course : For the love of books

For the love of books

4451030235 - ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΑ ΠΑΠΑΕΥΣΤΡΑΤΙΟΥ

Course Description

Course

"For the Love of Books" Book Club aims and goals

This English-Speaking Book Club aims to:

a) equip the School Library with English-language books,

b) promote the reading of English language literature, using various borrowing and reading methods, such as book exchanges, loans from the Public Library, and audiobooks. 

The main goals of this Book Club is to:

a) familiarise students with a variety of literary works,

b) enable students' understanding of the interaction between literature and other forms of art, as well as its connection to human existence and life, and ultimately,

c) make students appreciate/love books.

The objectives of the club focus on the development of language skills, the promotion of cultural understanding, and the enhancement of critical thinking and creativity through literature.

 

"For the Love of Books" English-Speaking Book Club School year 2024-25

 

This course follows the progress of the club "For the Love of Book" with posts that facilitate and promote the work of the participants. 

The collaborative group method, the research approach, the experiential and revealing learning, the interactive discussion, the participation in book presentations and in writing activities have been utilized during the participants' course from the initial exploration of reading interests, to readings, to commentaries on literary works and to the production of written language. 
The reason for the existence of the group is the love for books and the ultimate goal is the understanding of the interaction of literature with the existence and life of man.

 

A book review

A review is the best way to inform, analyze, and offer your personal perspective on a book.

The following step-by-step guide will help you write an effective book review:

  • Introduce the book: Mention the title, author, and genre of the book, even the publication date.
  • Summarize the plot: Provide a brief overview of plot, focusing on the key events, without giving away any spoilers.
  •  Introduce the main characters and describe their personalities: Mention the protagonist and any other significant characters.  Briefly outline their traits and motivations.
  •  Discuss the themes and the writing style: Identify and analyse the central themes of the book. Discuss the author’s writing style.
  • Evaluate the book:  Discuss the aspects of the book you enjoyed, mention any weaknesses.
  • Summarise your thoughts and provide your recommendation.

 

If you do not wish to write a review you can simply give a rating to the book: You can give a numerical rating (e.g., 8/10), or/and state in a few words how highly you recommend the book.

 

You can read the club members' book reviews or book ratings/recommendations posted on the Wall.

"Not an ordinary story"

 After the generous offer of the 'Not an orinary story' copies by Marianthe Hassapis, her story was the first book read by all club participants..

We are looking forward to meeting the writer and discussing the book with her.

 

An audio book

When you have finished reading " Not an ordinary story" you can read and/or listen to an audio book from the website: https://www.oxfordreadingclub.com

Go to the website and register for a free trial. Narrow your library search by applying the filter B2 (it is for language level). You will have a free access to three audio books for 14 days. If you haven't read " David Coperfield" before, make it your first choice.

 

 

Jonathan Livingston Seagull

You can read and/or listen to a well-known book "Jonathan Livingston Seagull", which is also recommended by the cousebook in Class B.

You have the choice to listen to the book read out on YouTube ("Jonathan Livingston Seagull, narrated by Richard Harris") or read it using the "Jonathan Livingston Seagull" word document.

Other books read by the students

books

After finishing "Jonathan Livingston Seagull" the students read books they found in the school library, books they had in their houses or exchanged with each other. Some of these books are:

1. "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen

2. " Merchant of Venice" by William Shakespeare

3. "Twisted Hate" by Ana Huang

4. "A court of thorn and roses" by Sarah J. Maas

5. " A court of mist and fury' by Sarah J. Maas

6. "Girl, interrupted" by Susanna Kaysen

7. "The Queen;s Governess" by Karren Harper

8. "White Nights" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky

9. "Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka

9. " The song of Achilles" by Madeline Miller

10. "the invisible life of Addie La Rue" by V.E. Schwab

You can find reviews, book analyses and ratings for most of the books the students have read on the Wall.

 

Meetings and discussions

1. Meeting with author Marianthi Hassapis.

We had the pleasure of welcoming the author of the book “Not an Ordinary Story”, Marianthi Hassapis, on Wednesday, January 15. Students who had read the book, most of whom were members of the club, attended a highly engaging and deeply emotional presentation about the book and its writing journey, along with selected readings by the author. A discussion followed between the students and the author, focusing on the characters and plot of the book, its positive messages, and the author's future writing plans. The event was honored by the presence of the English Language Consultant, Dr. Sofronia Maravelaki.

2.Other Meetings

The club members gathered on a weekly basis to discuss the progress of their reading, to talk about the books they had read, to suggest new books to be read. On Thursday,March 12, they attended  a meeting dedicated to   "Jonathan Livingston Seagull", a book they had all read, which is also a part of the teaching material for the 2nd Grade. They read their reviews of the book and had a discussion focused on the messages the book conveys and its inspirational value.

You can find more photos from the club meetings on the Wall.

English Book Club and Creative Writing Group: “For the Love of Books” School year 2025-26

Students from all three grades have been collaborating with their teacher within the framework of the English-speaking book club and creative writing group “For the Love of Books” for a second school yeasr. They have continued the effort started last year to enrich the School Library with English books, as well as to utilize these books and other methods of borrowing and reading, such as book exchanges and the use of e-books and audiobooks. Following the wishes of the participating students, there are aiso creative writing attempts in both prose and poetry.
Many thanks for all book donations to our school library. The English Language Consultant, Dr. Sofronia Maravelaki started this school year 's donations with a generous offer of English speaking books and others followed. The teacher of religion, Outsiou Stella, also donated many English as well as Greek  books. Last but not least, Marianthe Hassapis, teacher of English, donated generously all the books you can see in the photo above. 
Meetimg, reading/ watching, writing

The club members  have continued their weekly meetings during which they discuss the progress of their reading, present their book reviews, talk about the books they have read and suggest new books to be read. Some of them also decided to write their own stories or poems during the Christmas holidays and two participants, who really enjoy watching films and talking about them, were willing to prepare film reviews for the films they watch in their free time.

The newcomers iin the book club started by reading the "Not an ordinary story" and the "Jonathan Livingston Seagull",  books the other members had already read last year, and then continued with other books from our library.

Apart from the books already mentioned in a relevant post above, titles of other books the students have read this year are in alphabetical order: Antigone, Back to the dream time, From earth to moon, Howards ends, Romeo and Juliet, The Housemaid, The Housemaid secret, The man in the iron mask, Treasure island.

The students' book and film reviews, their stories and poems are posted on the Wall.

 

 

 

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