Zlata’s Diary by Zlata Filipovic

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Description:

Zlata’s Diary is a cry for an end to violence, bloodshed, and political practices that divide people; it is a cry for help and a message of peace. This twelve-year-old girl’s account of everyday life in war-torn Sarajevo, Bosnia, emphasizes loss of innocence and the need for tolerance and cooperation among cultures. Set in 1992, the Zlata’s diary entries contrast her common adolescent concerns with her loss of innocence and childhood. Her diary illustrates her confusion, fear, despair, but also strength, love, and belief in basic human goodness.

Activities:

In this unit, students research historical and geographical background; examine the diary as a form of literature; appreciate poems and literary description; analyze characterization, setting, theme, and plot; write personal essays and diaries; and interview.

Supplementary materials feature a test and answer key.

Ethical Values:

Adaptability
Courage
Endurance
Family commitment
Peace