Every classroom is different, but Cassie Logan's sense of independence, her loyalty to her family, and her compassion may appeal to many students, along with the larger themes of racism, risk and defiance, and family. These lessons and activities provide many different approaches to these themes; select those that best suit the strengths and interests of your own class.
The thought questions in this lesson plan provide material and ideas that students can use to write short original essays and to develop their powers of analysis.
The questions provided for the final paper are most suitable for student essays. Remember that grading an essay should not depend on a simple checklist of...