Teacher Guide

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Lesson Plan

Study Objectives

If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:

  1. 1

    Students will be able to develop presentation and time management skills through long-term projects and presentations.

  2. 2

    Students will be able to understand the historical context of the book and the famine of 2002

  3. 3

    Students will be able to produce creative narratives inspired by the novel's characters and themes.

  4. 4

    Students will be able to analyze themes and symbols from the book.

  5. 5

    Students will be able to compare the novel to the film version, evaluating deviations from the narrative and the choices made by directors.

  6. 6

    Students will be...

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