NYC District 17
New York
11th Grade
12th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
Special Education Teacher
All Lessons
In this lesson, students will explore Patricia Noah's defiance of apartheid through reading, discussion, and activities. They will analyze her actions and determine whether they were reckless, heroic, or otherwise. This lesson is important as it encourages critical thinking and empathy, helping students understand the complexities of resistance against oppressive systems.
In this lesson, students will explore the Younger family's decision to move into their new home despite facing racial opposition. Through discussion and individual work, students will summarize the end of the play and identify key themes such as racial pride and family unity. This lesson is important as it encourages critical thinking and empathy, helping students understand the impact of societal pressures and the importance of standing up for one's beliefs.
In this lesson, students will analyze the narrative style and techniques used in Chapter 2 of 'Born a Crime' by Trevor Noah. They will identify rhetorical devices and discuss their effects on the narrative. This lesson is important as it enhances students' understanding of how authors use language to convey meaning and engage readers, which is a critical skill for literary analysis.