Grade Level:
6 - 9
Literary Form:
World Memoir
Paired with:
Red Scarf Girl10 Lesson Plans/26 Handouts/99 Pages
ISBN:978-1-56077-883-7
Description:
This story describes the experiences of a young girl who was raised in a way very much like the Cinderella of traditional fairy tales. Because her mother died giving birth to her, her father and older siblings blame her. Her stepmother is evil, and she has an aunt who is equivalent to a fairy godmother. Throughout the story, the protagonist deals with feelings of neglect and the realization that she must control her own destiny.
Activities:
Students complete research projects. They dramatize events from the novel and depict life in China. They brainstorm and complete several writing activities, including persuasive, expository, creative, and formal writing. They study literary techniques such as structure, themes, and conflict.
Supplementary materials include vocabulary study, quizzes with answer keys, and a test with answer key.
Ethical Values:
Adaptability
Courage
Endurance
Faith
Self-discipline
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