Roots Lesson Plan

Discussion: Life Changes

Kind of Activity:

Group Discussion

Objective:

Consider the impact of significant life changes and how it changes perception of a person's world

Common Core Standards:

Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that relate the current discussion to broader themes or larger ideas; actively incorporate others into the discussion; and clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions.

Structure:

Break up into small groups and talk about the most significant change in your life. How was your life different after the event than it was before?

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