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A Single Story
Kind of Activity:
Mixed Media
Objective:
Students with watch Chimamanda Adichie's TED talk "The Danger of a Single Story" to reconsider their approach to A Long Walk to Water.
Common Core Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.2, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.2, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.1
Structure:
Begin the activity by asking students what comes to mind when they think of Africa. In particular, ask them what the book has contributed to their opinions/impressions of Africa, and write their responses on the board. When this part of the activity is complete, have them watch Chimamanda Adichie's TED Talk, "The Danger of a Single Story."
When the video is...
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