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Lesson 1 (from Chapters 1-3)

Objective

Chapters 1-3: Prior to this class, students will receive instructions to research the author of Durango Street, Frank Bonham. They are to take a look at where he was born and raised and his prolific writing career. In this initial class, students will consider Frank Bonham as an author. They are also to read a short synopsis of Durango Street. The objective of Daily Lesson #1 is to stimulate student interest in studying Durango Street.

Lesson

Task #1 - Small Group Activity: In addressing the daily lesson's objective and completing this task, all students are to gather into small groups of from four to six members. These assemblages are to discuss: Frank Bonham's hometown and when he was born; where Bonham grew up; when he began writing; they types of works he is noted for; when he wrote Durango Street; when that story takes place; and generally what...

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