
Page by Page: Exploring Novels Together
Lesson Pack Details
Lessons should generally be booked chronologically, meaning that the second lesson should be booked after the first, and so on.
Description
This six-lesson package is ideal for intermediate/ Advanced learners who enjoy reading and want to build confidence in speaking and understanding English through fiction. Simply choose the book that interests you most and let’s get reading!
Book Choices (Choose One):
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The Giver by Lois Lowry (Intermediate)
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Genre: Dystopian Fiction
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In a society without pain or choice, one boy is chosen to learn the truth. This thought-provoking novel offers rich vocabulary and deep discussion around freedom, conformity, and memory.
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Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi (Intermediate)
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Genre: Magical Realism, Contemporary
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Set in a quiet Tokyo café, this touching story explores love, regret, and time travel. Each lesson unpacks a new chapter filled with emotion and reflection.
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The Pearl by John Steinbeck (Intermediate)
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Genre: Classic, Allegory
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A simple fisherman’s discovery of a great pearl brings misfortune instead of fortune. A short but powerful novel perfect for discussing human nature, greed, and fate.
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Animal Farm by George Orwell (Intermediate to Advanced)
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Genre: Political Allegory, Classic
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A group of farm animals rebel against their human owner—but their utopia slowly becomes a dictatorship. Clear language, but complex ideas about power, propaganda, and justice make this an insightful read.
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What You’ll Do in Each Lesson:
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Understand the Story: Summarize what you’ve read and discuss characters, events, and themes.
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Build Vocabulary: Learn and review useful expressions and key phrases from the book.
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Speak Confidently: Share your thoughts, opinions, and connections to the story.
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Think Critically: Explore deeper messages and reflect on real-world parallels.
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Optional Homework: Write short reflections or reviews to practice written English.
Cafetalk's cancellation policy
Cancellation of pack lessons
(2) A lesson pack with at least one confirmed request. (By confirming the date and time for the first lesson in the pack the tutor confirms the pack as a whole and coupons are automatically issued)
Cancelling individual requests in a pack
Before request is confirmed (fixed)
- Cancellation possible at any time without charge.
After request is confirmed (fixed)
- More than 24 hours before lesson start time.→ Cancellation is possible at any time.
- Less than 24 hours before lesson start time.→ The tutor may take a cancellation fee.
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No-Show→ The tutor may take a cancellation fee.
(Please check with the tutor for details.)