Using Catholic Fiction to Empower Middle-Grade Readers

Catholic parents, teachers, and catechists can empower middle-grade readers by inviting them to spend time in Catholic historical fiction, getting them to know the characters and setting, and practicing close reading. In this webinar, Antony Barone Kolenc, author of the popular Harwood Mysteries series, explores how to empower middle-grade children to become readers and to gain a deeper understanding of such subjects as history, literature, and religion, leading to lasting learning.

Using Catholic Fiction to Empower Middle-Grade Readers
A Webinar with Antony Barone Kolenc

Antony Barone Kolenc retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps after 21 years of military service. He is a law professor, who teaches courses on constitutional and military law. He has been published in numerous journals and magazines, and he speaks at legal, writing, and home education events.

Visit the Harwood Mysteries website for curriculum companions, games, and more information on the series.