Grade Level:
6 - 9
Literary Form:
American Novel
Paired with:
Zlata’s Diary10 Lesson Plans /52 Handouts /110 Pages
ISBN:978-1-56077-464-8
Regular Price: $19.95 On Sale For: $14.95 |
Description:
In this contemporary young adult novel, Georgie Burgess, overcomes an abusive environment. After winning a rosebush in a grocery store lottery, Georgie lavishes all the love and care that he never received, on the rosebush; the story tells of the healing power of self-respect and love, the ability to give and receive love, dealing with loss, coming of age, and learning to trust oneself and others.
Activities:
In this unit, students examine story elements of plot, theme, characterization, symbolism, and metaphor; write personal essays; create simulations; chart; use figurative language; and apply the novel to personal experience.
This unit features a test and answer key.
Ethical Values:
Compassion
Courage
Endurance
Respect
Truth
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