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This West Side Story Suite and In The Night Fancy Free activity also includes:
- West Side Story - Prologue - Official Full Number - 50th Anniversary
- Graphic Organizer
- Graphic & Image
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West Side Story and Romeo & Juliet—two classics in their own rights that help young literature lovers better analyze different works. Learners research and compare the characters and story elements of West Side Story and Romeo & Juliet. Next, small groups engage in a discussion about the benefits and challenges of technology for communication. Individuals then complete a narrative writing assignment, rewrite a scene from the play, and compare social dances from the 1950s to those of today.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have scholars research a popular dance from the 1950s and work in small groups to choreograph a performance for classmates
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes familiarity with Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet
- References the film adaptation of West Side Story
Pros
- Includes highly engaging activities and discussion topics
- Provides helpful graphic organizers
Cons
- None