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The Lord of the Flies and The Kite Runner are the core texts in a unit that asks learners to examine various texts that show how fear can be a destructive force or it can be an agent of change. Individuals they design a project that shows how they would conquer their own fears.
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Instructional Ideas
- Provide class members with a copy of "The Litany Against Fear" from Frank Herbert's Dune
- Add Peter Beagle's The Last Unicorn to the reading list for the unit
Classroom Considerations
- Be sure a protocol is in place for a safe, respectful discussion of sensitive issues
- Investigate the on-campus and community support services available for those who need support with issues brought up by the readings and discussions
- Requires access to the film The Diary of Anne Frank
Pros
- The 70-page packet includes a table of contents that makes it easy to locate specific resources
- Includes a thoughtful list of resources
Cons
- The unit relies heavily on a lecture format
- Does not include questions to prompt discussion