The Hill We Climb Lesson Plan

If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:

1. 1

   Students will engage in literary analysis, connect poetry to global affairs as well as their own personal life, and situate art and literature within both historical context and broad philosophical inquiry.

2. 2

   Students will write individually and collaboratively, in a range of genres including persuasive argument writing, academic essay, and poetry.

3. 3

   Students will create visual art in response to Gorman's written word.

4. 4

   Students will use technology, including watching videos and reading articles online, conducting responsible and discerning...