Course Overview British Literature is a robust high school English IV course for 11th and 12th grade students that examines British Literature as it has developed through the ages against an historical backdrop. It exposes students to classic works of fiction and nonfiction, including epics, legends, poetry, histories, novels, and drama from early Anglo-Saxon texts to post-modern pieces. In addition to the study of literature, the course includes four units focused on writing to give students practice in critical thinking which they translate into written analysis. A strong addition to the writing units is a detailed step-by-step guide through the process of writing a research report, reinforcing students’ preparation for their future in college and/or a career. British Literature – English IV is taught by Jarius Tapp. This course has been A-G Approved through the University of California. Sample Lesson – Le Morte d` Arthur – Theme This course was developed by the International Academy of Science. Learn More Scope and Sequence Unit 1 – Anglo Saxon Period, Epic Poetry, and Beowulf Part I (450-1066) The introductory unit of this course explores the Anglo-Saxon period of history, the spread of Christianity, the epic tradition, and the introduction to the epic poem “Beowulf.” It goes on to discuss the sections on “Grendel” and “Beowulf” in this poem. Unit 2 – Beowulf Part II This unit discusses the battle with Grendel, and the battle with Grendel’s mother from the story of Grendel in the epic poem, “Beowulf.” The unit goes on to cover Beowulf’s last battle, the death of Beowulf, and the mourning of Beowulf. Unit 3 – Non-Epic Anglo Saxon Literature In this unit students will learn about The Venerable Bede and his non-epic literature, the “History of English Church and People.” Students will then learn how to use the TP CASTT... Continue Reading