Liberal Arts Level 3: Advanced Chapter Books

The Liberal Arts Level 3: Advanced Chapter Books is a comprehensive, literary-focused course designed to foster a love for reading and improve verbal and listening skills. Students explore various genres, engage in daily readings, and participate in classroom discussions, aligning with the liturgical and festal cycle of the Orthodox Church. The course emphasizes narrative retelling, answering questions, and identifying themes, with writing assignments encompassing personal letters, narratives, essays, and creative pieces. Vocabulary, spelling, and grammar are integrated into each composition, fostering a holistic approach to language development.

Each unit commences with a study of different poetic forms, encouraging creative composition. Additionally, each unit incorporates relevant studies in science, nature, geography, music, or visual art, culminating in a creative project that integrates these various disciplines. As a community of learners, the course encourages shared learning experiences and the nurturing of disciplines and virtues.