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Social Studies
*Explore the role of literacy as a civil right
*Incorporate All American Boys as social commentary on contemporary issues such as Black Lives Matter and excessive force by law enforcement
*Research and understand the issue of book banning
English Language Arts
*Examine the power of language and voice
*Introduce poetry and its intersection with music and rap
*Examine perspective taking from the point of view of one author
*Explore the idea of purposeful work and a meaningful life
*Use Jason Reynolds’ episode as evidence to write a rhetorical argument, commentary, or synthesis essay
Social Emotional Learning
By offering engaging personal narratives, students can discuss and strengthen the five SEL competencies - self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
Critical Media Literacy
Students will stengthen critical media strategies by analyzing information, claims, and sources presented to them through engaging personal narratives in order to be empowered to make more informed decisions.