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Lesson 1 (from Part 1)

Objective

Part 1

The author of this book wrote in a first person narrative. These first chapters introduce us to all the different the narrators, and we learn that this book will be told through their perspectives. The objective of this lesson will be to discuss some of the reasons why she chose to present this story in that style of narrative.

Lesson

1) Genre Introduction: Give a short introduction about first person narrative. Explain what it is, how it is used, and why an author might choose this form of narrative for a story like this one. Display examples of this narrative from books they have read or will read in this class. Discuss some of the reasons for choosing this kind of narration. How does seeing these events through many different character's eyes affect the story?

2) Personal Reaction to Text: Read the introduction with the class. Have...

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