If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:
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Students will research the Derg in Ethiopia to better understand the historical context of the collection.
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Students will develop presentation and time-management skills through long-term projects and presentations.
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Students will be able to connect the author's biography to the major themes of the text.
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Students will be able to create scene adaptations of the stories and recognize the challenges in switching from written to performed genres.
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Students will analyze the themes, symbols, and characters in the collection.
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Students will...
