Tanya Robinson

Welcome! Discover the world of literature with me! I teach classes to high school students in San Gabriel Valley, CA.

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About

About Me

I was born in the beautiful country of Sri Lanka and spent a large portion of my childhood in the Philippines. Before becoming a parent I received my B.A. and teaching credential in English and taught all four grades at a local high school, ranging from basic English classes to specialized literature courses. I was highly influenced by the book For the Children’s Sake by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay and the philosophies of Charlotte Mason. I educated my children at home from the beginning (my daughter jokes that it was from birth) through high school graduation.

I have taught a variety of classes through local homeschool co-ops, including personal finance and staging an adaptation of a Shakespeare play. I have also tutored students individually in their writing. I'm passionate about helping students develop their critical thinking and writing skills.

Helpful Resources:

Excellence in Education Resource Center

Eureka! Homeschool Co-op in Monrovia

Live Oak Educators (Charlotte Mason book group)

Coffee with Carrie (Homeschool encouragement)

The 6 volume educational series by Charlotte Mason

A Charlotte Mason Companion by Karen Andreola

For the Children's Sake by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay

Classes

2025-2026 Classes

(for grades 9-12, but middle school students are welcome)

September 2025 - May 2026

American Literature

Held at Excellence in Education in Monrovia, CA on Tuesdays, 12:15-1:30 pm

starts September 9, 2025

American literature has changed over the years as the ideals, worldviews and politics of this nation have changed. This one-year course will give an overview of American literature, poetry and essays from the beginnings of this country and into the modern era.

Along with our readings, we will study the social and historical contexts of these works so that we can better understand the triumphs and struggles that people
in this nation have experienced over the years. We will also examine the literary and rhetorical techniques the authors used in their works. The writing assignments given will be based on the literature and will be varied in form, including both essay and creative writing.

Cost: $325 per semester, plus a one-time $20 registration fee (one year course)

discount available for those who self-pay

I am able to accept most charter school funds.

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Shakespeare: Reader's Theater Workshop

Held at Eureka! in Monrovia, CA on Wednesdays, 10:30-noon

starts September 3, 2025

Let’s play with Shakespeare! Whether you’ve had experience with Shakespeare in the past or not, this class is for you! We will act out bits of his other works in order to get more familiar with his language, and we will spend most of our time enjoying the plays together (there will be no reading homework because we will do that in class). We will read parts, act out sections, watch video clips, and talk about it all!

This class is most appropriate for grades 7 and up, but parents should always evaluate their own child’s readiness level.

We will read one play per semester in this year-long class, and we will build on the skills we’ve learned as we go. You will need a copy of the unabridged play titles and a sense of fun.

Cost: $300 per semester, plus a one-time $20 registration fee (one year course)

discount available for those who self-pay

I am able to accept most charter school funds.

Literature's Search for God

Held at Eureka! in Monrovia, CA on Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30

starts September 3, 2025

Classic literature has gifted the world with stories and poetry that deal with many universal truths, and whose characters often search for meaning, identity and value in their spheres of influence. The authors may not have even realized that their stories often reflect the cry that Augustine mentioned in his Confessions: “Lord, you have made us for Yourself, and our hearts are restless until they find rest in you.” (Confessions 1.1.1.)

In this Classic Literature course, we will read several classic works and examine them from a Christian perspective. Were these authors actually, and perhaps unknowingly, searching for God? Join the discussion and we will see what these authors have to teach us about faith.

Cost: $275 per semester, plus a one-time $20 registration fee (one year course)

**Because this is taught from a Biblical perspective, charter school funds are not accepted.

You Choose the Book!

This unique "class" allows you to choose the book title and your classmates!

Is there a book title that you would like your child to read and discuss? Allow me to lead the discussion and open doors into the world of that book by examining its historical context, themes, and literary elements.

Get a group of your friends together (5 or more students) and we will meet weekly to discuss the book you've chosen. We will choose a time that works for all of our schedules.

Because this group is more personalized, please contact me for more information.

No charter funds will be accepted.

Journeys with an Author

Held at Excellence in Education in Monrovia, CA on Tuesdays, 1:35-2:45

Fall course starts September 9, 2025, Spring course starts January 27, 2026

This one-semester course focuses on the works of just one author. In this way we can get to know and appreciate the author’s style, philosophy, and themes more deeply.

Fall 2025: Ray Bradbury, author of Fahrenheit 451

Spring 2026: George Orwell, author of Animal Farm

You may sign up for just one semester, or you may sign up for the entire year.

Cost: $325 per semester, plus a one-time $20 registration fee* (one semester course)

discount available for those who self-pay

I am able to accept most charter school funds.

*If you sign up for the entire year in the Fall, the $20 registration fee will only be paid once for the year and will be waived for the Spring semester.

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Tanya Teaches

Tanya Robinson

About Me

2025-2026 Classes

(for grades 9-12, but middle school students are welcome)

September 2025 - May 2026

American Literature

Shakespeare: Reader's Theater Workshop

Literature's Search for God

You Choose the Book!

Journeys with an Author

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