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Lesson 1 (from Chapters 1-3)
Objective
The objective of this lesson is to examine how Annis grieves after her mother is sold, and what Ward conveys about grief through Annis's actions. Annis cannot stop crying after her mother is taken. She quits caring for herself or being concerned about her appearance.
Lesson
Class Discussion: How are Annis and her mother separated? How does the separation affect Annis? How does Annis withdraw? What things does she stop doing? How does going to the clearing help her feel closer to her mother? How long does Annis grieve before Safia tries to help her? How does Annis respond to Safia's overtures? How long does it take for Safia's comfort to help Annis find some peace in her grieving? How does grief affect Annis occasionally, even when she is beginning to deal with the loss of her mother? What is conveyed about grief through Annis's actions...
Aligned to the following Common Core Standards:
- ELA-Writing W.9-10.3(d), 9-10.7, 11-12.3(d), 11-12.7
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