The Dark Child (The African Child) Lesson Plan

Why do you think Camara’s Uncle Lansana thinks field work isn’t in the cards for his nephew?

As more details are revealed, it is becoming clearer and clearer that Camara’s family sees him as a bit separate from the rest of them. Aside from being a city boy, which might exclude him from a destiny of farm work, he’s also very fond of school. It must be related that his dedication and fondness for school could easily lead him to a life other than any kind of manual labor, including farming (and working with his father in the workshop). Strong responses may also posit that Camara’s personality in general could be leading his family members to see him as someone who isn’t...