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Lesson 1 (from Rain - Wind)
Objective
The objective of this lesson is to examine the setting of the first two chapters of the book. The setting or settings in a novel can serve as a backdrop for the characters or almost take on the role of a character. The setting can also evoke feelings or set the tone in a book.
Lesson
Class Discussion: Where does the story take place? How does the author present the setting? Does the author use photographic details or present details through suggestion? What does the setting indicate about the various characters, especially Jeftali? What feelings or attitudes does the setting evoke for the characters? Is the setting a neutral background, not important in the first two chapters, or does the setting take on the role of a character? Explain.
Activity: Divide the students into small groups. Have each group discuss the role of the setting in...
Aligned to the following Common Core Standards:
- ELA-Writing W.9-10.3(e), 9-10.7, 11-12.3(e), 11-12.7
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