The Kite Runner
The Kite Runner is set in modern Afghanistan and America. The plot centers on Amir’s problem of self-definition, a universal problem. His struggle throughout the novel for self-understanding and acceptance is the timeless journey of a hero and parallels the epic quest for home. In a sense, Amir’s inner conflict mirrors Afghanistan’s conflict; both struggle with finding an identity amidst rampant social unrest and pressures from outside sources.
About the Series:
Novel/Drama curriculum units contain complete lesson plans with preliminary and follow-up work, teacher notes with plot summary, background, and rationale, ready-to-use worksheets, and suggested answers for student questions. These study guides encourage the development of thinking, reading, speaking, research, and writing skills as well as critical thinking skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
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Literary Form
World Novel
Student Activities
Students undertake an examination of Afghan history and culture They analyze the author’s style and study character development. The unit contains supplementary text analysis. Students have opportunities to incorporate role-play, debate, and research activities. They will conduct map analysis of various regions in the novel.
Supplementary materials include a culminating test with answer key.
Ethical Values
- Courage
- Faith
- Integrity
- Loyalty
- Self-actualization