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A Book on Human Happiness
Kind of Activity:
Collaborative Writing
Objective:
Students will consider the novel's theme of self-determination
Common Core Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.9, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.10
Structure:
In the chapters assigned for this day, Augie meets Robey, a millionaire writing a book on human happiness. Although it sounds absurd, and is ultimately dismissed by Augie, there's value to considering this book.
For this activity, students will work together to create their own book on human happiness.
Break the class into groups of 3 - 4 students. Together, the students will brainstorm about things that make...
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