The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian
by Sherman Alexie
I realized that, sure, I was a Spokane Indian. I belonged to that tribe. But I also belonged to the tribe of American immigrants. And to the tribe of basketball players. And to the tribe of bookworms."
Anchor Text: The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian, by Sherman Alexie
Audience: 8th grade ELA
Purpose: Students will explore theme and the essential questions- What is community? Who defines it? How do race and culture factor into who belongs, and who is considered an "outsider?"
This realistic fiction novel tells the story of Junior, a 14-year who is growing up “poor and ugly” on the Spokane reservation.He struggles to find his way after he transfers to a school miles away in a neighboring white town. His best friend, Rowdy, feels like Junior has betrayed him, and Junior struggles to figure out where he belongs.
Audience: 8th grade ELA
Purpose: Students will explore theme and the essential questions- What is community? Who defines it? How do race and culture factor into who belongs, and who is considered an "outsider?"
This realistic fiction novel tells the story of Junior, a 14-year who is growing up “poor and ugly” on the Spokane reservation.He struggles to find his way after he transfers to a school miles away in a neighboring white town. His best friend, Rowdy, feels like Junior has betrayed him, and Junior struggles to figure out where he belongs.
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