Course: Speak: Elements of Fiction and Critical Lenses (8th-10th)

Critical Lenses and Elements of Fiction
with the novel Speak

This unit is aimed at 9th grade, but can easily be adapted up or down for 8th-10th graders. This unit explores three critical lenses, some intermediate-level elements of fiction, and works on reading and vocabulary strategies with an eye toward solid comprehension. The novel Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson is required.