The Motorcycle Diaries Lesson Plan

The Motorcycle Diaries - American Edition

Kind of Activity:

Group Work

Objective:

Students will reflect on the nature of Guevara's journey and writing.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.5, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.3, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.3, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.5

Structure:

Guevara's journey is one of both discovery and self-discovery. His wound up playing a big part in shaping his worldview. Have students plan their own similar journey and imagine they might see along the way, based on research.

Divide students into groups of 4-6. Tell each group that to plan a North American version of "The Motorcycle Diaries." Each group should...