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Lesson 1

Objective

Driver’s Ed is written by Caroline B. Cooney. The aim of this lesson is to examine Ms. Cooney’s writing and life.

Lesson

Class discussion: Who was the first teacher Ms. Cooney remembered teaching writing? When did she become interested in writing? What does Ms. Cooney say about writers calling upon the tragedies and sorrows of their youths? Why does she enjoy writing? What genres does she write in?

Activity: Create a chart or poster that shows these things: books Cooney wrote, genre(s) of books she wrote, awards she has won for writing, and what critics say about her writing.

Assignment: Read biographical information about Caroline B. Cooney. Write the answers to these questions: Where was Ms. Cooney born and raised? How does she describe her childhood? Where was she educated? Why does Ms. Cooney like to take classes?

Homework: Use a biographical graphic...

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