Study Amy Tan's 'Mother Tongue' and her mastery of syntax and diction to explore complex identity. Students draft a body paragraph on how the people they were raised by have shaped their voice.
An introductory lesson for Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet, focusing on the historical context, the Montague-Capulet feud, and the iconic prologue as a narrative device.
Examine Judith Ortiz Cofer's 'The Latin Deli,' focusing on the poetry of everyday moments. Students draft a final body paragraph on how specific places have shaped their voice and finalize their full essay.