In this lesson plan, students will learn how F. Scott Fitzgerald used autobiographical elements in writing his stories, and they try a hand at writing a Fitzgerald-style story with autobiographical elements of their own.
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F. Scott Fitzgerald: Winter Dreams: Lesson Overview
Ralph Ellison: Lesson Overview
In this lesson plan, students will use similar tools to explore the theme of invisibility in the book, in their own lives, and in their communities.
Ella Fitzgerald: Something to Live For: Lesson Overview
In this lesson plan, students will learn the basics of jazz appreciation. They will hear performances by various artists including Ella Fitzgerald, learning about jazz styles, the roots of jazz, and the characteristics of different types of jazz.
Clint Eastwood: An American Icon: Lesson Overview
Using Eastwood as an example of an American film icon, students will learn about and understand the concept of icons by watching the AMERICAN MASTERS episode "Clint Eastwood: Out of the Shadows" and by applying Guided Reading strategies to the essays and interviews featured on the AMERICAN MASTERS Web site.
Bob Dylan: No Direction Home: Lesson Overview
In this lesson students will explore the era in which Bob Dylan grew up as well as the musical influences that shaped his unique style. They will also have an opportunity to do an analysis of his lyrics for content and meaning.




