Scholastic presents this discussion guide of "Tar Beach" by Faith Ringgold. The guide includes discussion questions, extension activities, and more.

This resource features a look at Faith Ringgold's work "Tar Beach." It provides information on how this author/artist created this story quilt. Find out how you can have your students develop their own autobiographical story quilt.

Comparing and contrasting works and looking for underlying themes and messages are at the heart of this multicultural lesson plan. Provides links to several background resources, and suggestions for assessment.

A lesson plan that introduces overlapping to 2nd graders as they learn how to construct a mural. Focus is given to artist Faith Ringgold and her children's book, Tar Beach.