German Sixth-Graders Rewrite Classic 'The Flying Classroom'
A unique German project, 'Youze', is empowering sixth-graders to shape their weekly German class at a youth center. Initiated by teacher Lisa Meier, the project focuses on Erich Kästner's classic 'The Flying Classroom', encouraging students to rewrite and adapt sections to modern language. The culmination of their efforts will be a presentation to families and interested parties on December 17 at 3 pm in the attic of the Felto-Filzwelt.
The 'Youze' project is part of a wider initiative by Franziska Fröhlich, a teacher at Soltau High School, who launched the 'Read out' club to inspire children for learning through reading aloud. The club meets in various locations, including kindergartens, libraries, and senior homes, even during substitute hours. Through this project, students are forming groups to work on their selected sections of the book, creating scenic readings or theater plays. By rewriting and adapting the text, students are encouraged to use their own voice, show presence, and reflect their own attitude. This hands-on approach has not only helped students engage with literature but also improved their reading skills, voice handling, and self-confidence.
The 'Youze' project, under the umbrella of the 'Read out' club, is fostering creativity, self-expression, and literacy skills among sixth-graders. The students' presentation of their interpretation of 'The Flying Classroom' on December 17 is a testament to their hard work and the success of this innovative teaching method.
