Eight Plus One: Stories Lesson Plan

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

1. 1

   To identify and analyze the unifying themes of the collection.

2. 2

   To study the author's craft and practice some of the storytelling techniques he utilizes.

3. 3

   To trace the development of the characters, and discuss the writing techniques used to do so.

4. 4

   To analyze stories within a broader social context and encourage students to read with a critical eye.