Academic course · Grades 6–9
A Journey Through Language Arts
Students read short stories, poems, a class novel and real-world nonfiction, then write essays, research and creative pieces in their own voice. Twelve weeks of reading closely, writing often and revising with care, ending in a final project presented to family and friends.
- 12 weeks
- 1 live class a week
- 1.5–2 hours
- Canvas modules
- Graded with feedback
- $350 / month
What we read and write
Every kind of text
Students meet a new form every week or two, read model texts closely in live class, then practice the craft in a full work cycle.
Short stories
Plot, character, point of view and theme, ending with a one-scene story of their own.
Poetry and figurative language
Rhythm, form, imagery, metaphor and symbolism, read aloud and written.
A class novel
Literature circles, reading journals and discussion of a novel chosen by the Guide for the group.
Nonfiction analysis
Central ideas, author’s purpose and how arguments are built in articles and speeches.
Essays and research
Clear claims, strong evidence, reliable sources and citing without plagiarism.
Creative writing and presenting
Stories and poems in the student’s own voice, shared with confidence.
Week by week
Twelve weeks, one live class each week
Sequenced Canvas modules between classes hold the reading, journal entries and drafts. Writing is graded with clear checklists and written feedback.
- Weeks 1–2
Short stories
Story elements, characterization and point of view. Students write a one-scene story.
- Week 3
Poetry
Reading aloud, rhythm, rhyme, free verse and form. Students write and share an original poem.
- Week 4
Figurative language
Metaphor, simile, imagery and symbolism, found in texts and used in our own writing.
- Weeks 5–6
Novel study
Literature circles, reading journals and discussion of the class novel.
- Week 7
Nonfiction analysis
Central ideas, author’s purpose, rhetoric and evaluating arguments.
- Week 8
Essay writing
Thesis, structure, evidence and commentary, with peer feedback and revision.
- Week 9
Research
Good questions, reliable sources, note-taking and honest citation.
- Week 10
Creative writing workshop
Students choose a form and develop a piece in their own voice.
- Weeks 11–12
Final projects and presentations
Students complete a project of their choice and present it to the class and their families.
Who it is for
A good fit if…
- Readers and writers in grades 6–9
- Students who love to read, and students who have not found the right book yet
- Writers who want to grow in essays and creative work
- Families looking for a complete language arts course
Before class
What you need
- A computer with a camera and microphone
- A reliable internet connection
- Canvas access, set up by Quantum Montessori after enrollment
- A notebook to use as a reading and writing journal
- A copy of the class novel (title shared before the course begins)
The Montessori way
Adolescents thrive on meaningful work and real audiences. Students choose the topic and form of their final project, read in discussion circles where every voice counts, and give peer feedback with simple courtesy: one thing that works and one idea to try.
Questions families ask
Good to know
How much reading is there between classes?
Plan for regular independent reading, especially during the novel study. The Guide sets a pace that fits the group.
How is writing graded?
With clear checklists and written feedback in Canvas. Students revise, and Home Guides can follow progress at any time.
Which novel will the class read?
The Guide chooses a title that fits the group and shares it before the course begins, so families have time to get a copy.
Can a strong reader in grade 5 join?
Send us a question below. We are glad to talk about fit for younger or older students.
How does Family Investment work?
Family Investment is billed monthly. Your first month is paid at enrollment, and we confirm your learner’s group, start date and Canvas access by email.
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Reserve a seat in A Journey Through Language Arts
Small groups fill quickly. Tell us about your learner, then pay your first month at our secure checkout.
Family Investment
$350/ month
Your first month is paid at enrollment through our secure Stripe checkout. We confirm your learner's group, start date and Canvas access by email.
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