Paradise Lesson Plan

Context

Kind of Activity:

Research

Objective:

Students will gain a deeper understanding of the text by researching the context of the story.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.3, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.3

Structure:

**Note: it is perfectly possible to extend this activity over a number of days by requesting that students go more in-depth in their research.**

In order to better understand the motivations of the characters, and the events referenced in the novel, students need a foundation in American history, in particular black history. In this activity, students will focus on the changing world immediately before the events...