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Lesson 1 (from Part 1: Revival Road, Chapters 1-4)
Objective
The objective of this Daily Lesson is to consider the idea of family heritage as it is explored in the novel, and how the author brought their personal heritage into this work. In Part 1, Louise Erdrich juxtaposes characters of Ojibwe descent with non-Native characters who are connected to Native heritage in some way. This Daily Lesson explores how indigenous heritage is both portrayed and perceived
Lesson
Class Discussion: Compare the characters of Faye Travers and Kit Tatro, a man who is passionate about discovering a hidden Native American identity. Why do you think this goal means so much to him? Why does Faye not take a more active interest in her heritage? What sort of misconceptions does Kit have about Faye’s way of life?
Group Activity: In small groups, discuss the ways indigenous identity appears in Faye and Elsie’s home environment. Are these conscious...
Aligned to the following Common Core Standards:
- ELA-Reading: Literature RL.9-10.2, 9-10.10, 11-12.2, 11-12.10
- ELA-Writing W.9-10.3(e), 11-12.3(e)
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