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It’s Never Too Late to Apologize: Character Development and Theme in “The Scarlet Ibis” Lesson PlanIt’s Never Too Late to Apologize: Character Development and Theme in “The Scarlet Ibis” Lesson Plan
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K20 LEARN
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9th
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4 days
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2022
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It’s Never Too Late to Apologize: Character Development and Theme in “The Scarlet Ibis”

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Sometimes saying I'm sorry just doesn't cut it. Scholars examine a series of apology poems, songs, and stories and consider each speaker's regrets. Using what they have learned, they analyze James Hurst's short story, "The Scarlet Ibis," and craft an apology note to Doobie.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

elements of a short story, literary analysis, literary themes, character development, characterization, american literature, symbolism, narratives, first-person point of view, audiences, author's purpose, tone, social-emotional learning, textual evidence, figurative language

Instructional Ideas

  • All the poems, songs, and stories are powerful and upsetting; observe those in distress and arrange to provide support
  • Post a list of support services available on campus and in the community in a prominent place in the classroom

Classroom Considerations

  • The link to Rachel Platten's "Begin Again" does not work; however, it is available on the internet
  • Requires a projection device for the slideshow, and copies of the story and handouts

Pros

  • Links are provided to explanations of the learning strategies used in the lesson

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RL.9-10.3 RL.9-10.7

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