Middle School English: Ancient Times

This full-year group tutorial meets weekly for 75 to 90 minutes over two 15-week semesters. It includes grammar, vocabulary, composition, and literature studies. Whether they’ve had a little or a lot of previous experience, students make great strides using IEW’s Fix It! Grammar series and Ancient History-Based Writing Lessons. Literature set in the era provides the basis for engaging discussions while learning about literary genres and techniques.

2026-2027 Day/Time

Not scheduled for 2026-2027. If you have a group of five or more students and are interested in a customized class, please contact Mrs. Craven.

Booklist
  • Tales from the Odyssey, Part 1 by Mary Pope Osborne  
  • Tales from the Odyssey, Part 2 by Mary Pope Osborne  
  • Aesop’s Fables (free online)
  • The Pirates of Pompeii by Caroline Lawrence
  • Arabian Nights, Classic Starts edition
  • Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin  
  • IEW’s Ancient History-Based Writing Lessons, Student Book, 6th ed.
  • IEW’s Fix It! Grammar: Level 2, 3, or 4 Student Book (depending on previous grammar instruction)
Grade Levels

This tutorial is suggested for students in Grades 6-8. Contact Mrs. Craven if you have questions regarding placement.

Platform

The tutorial uses the Google Classroom interface along with Zoom for live meetings.

Tuition

$500. Approved Arizona ESA vendor.

Registration

Not scheduled for 2026-2027. If you have a group of five or more students and are interested in a customized class, please contact Mrs. Craven.

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