Half of a Yellow Sun Lesson Plan

The Danger of a Single Story

Kind of Activity:

Creative Writing

Objective:

Students will understand the dangers of a single story and use that information to write and perform a dramatic monologue that undercuts stereotypes and presents themselves as three-dimensional beings.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.3, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.4, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.4, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.6

Structure:

Begin this activity by watching Adichie's TedTalk "The Danger of a Single Story."

After watching the video, break students up into small groups. In their groups, they will discuss the ways in which Half of a Yellow Sun avoids the dangers of a...