[LIT] The Outsiders Suggestions

[Ashli and Paul Andersen]

How about an individual (or group) porject where they research gangs and
gang affiliation and the effects of gang affiliation on families, friends,
society, etc.  Maybe they can create a public service announcement
(commercial) about not joining a gang.

The can research fashion and idols of the 50's...madras shirts, hair gel,
elvis, swing dance, Paul Newman... Maybe have a fashion show from the 50's
and choriograph the show to music from the 50's and describe the clothes
using slang from the 50's.

Make a collage of things that are "tuff" vs. "tough"

Read other works by Robert Frost

Ashli



On 5/20/07, K Wilson <kristine_wilson_89 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> We are nearing the end of the year with 'The Outsiders' left to read.
> Unfortunately many of our students have read the book already, and with it
> being a requirement, I would like to teach it in the most engaging way
> possible (this will be the first time I've taught this book). I would love
> suggestions that would help me keep those involved who have read the book
> already.
>
> Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
>
> Kristine Wilson
> 8th Grade Reading
> Glenwood Middle School
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