Literary Analysis: Theme, Character and Point of View

Middle school English asks students to analyze, not just retell. This course teaches the core tools of literary analysis: plot structure, character development, theme, point of view, figurative language and tone, ending with how to write a clear analytical paragraph.

What you will learn

• The parts of plot structure
• How characters change and why
• How to state a theme as a full sentence
• How point of view shapes a story
• How to analyze figurative language and write about literature

Who this course is for

• Sixth to eighth graders
• Students moving from retelling to analysis
• Parents who want to discuss books at a deeper level

Every lesson includes a short explanation with examples, a practice activity to do together, a tip for grown-ups and a quiz, and your reader earns a certificate when they finish.