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Map the Journey

Map the author's journey from Oregon to Patagonia, including all of his side-trips and excursions along the way.

Map Your Own Journey

Create a map that details the journey that you would make if you chose to travel (on bike, motorcycle, hiking, etc.). Where would you go and what would you want to see on the way?

News Clipping

Look in your local newspaper or archives for an article that involves some aspect of the book and bring it to class. You will present it in front of the class and explain how it relates to the book.

Illustrate a Person from the Book

Create a visual illustration of one of the individuals described in the memoir. Incorporate the author's imagery into your work.

Cast a Film Adaptation

Imagine you are a casting director for a film adaptation of To Shake the Sleeping Self. Who...

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