The Blind Side Lesson Plan

Film vs Book

Kind of Activity:

Individual Writing

Objective:

Students will write letters that analyze how the film adaptation strays from the novel, how that change alters the perception of Michael and his story, and which version of the story they prefer.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.1, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.9, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.3, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.1, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.4, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.9

Structure:

After they've finished reading the book, students will watch the 2009 film adaptation of The Blind Side. Instruct them to take careful notes while watching the movie, jotting down important differences from the book...