If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:
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To make connections between the fantasy worlds in the stories and students’ real lives.
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To write analysis that identifies and explores major themes, symbols, and motifs across stories.
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To demonstrate understanding of the themes of the stories through narrative writing and creative projects.
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To make connections between the stories of the unit and Le Guin’s larger body of work.