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Lesson 1 (from Chapter 1 - A Note on Time)
Objective
The objective of this lesson is to discuss the National Quiet Zone in Grin And Bear It, and how it compares to the National Quiet Zone in Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. In the novel, Grin And Bear It is set in a National Quiet Zone. There is a National Quiet Zone in the United States. It is not in Nebraska, but straddles three states on the East Coast.
Lesson
Class Discussion: How does Simon describe Grin And Bear It and its role as a National Quiet Zone? Why does Simon believe most people would not want to live in a Quiet Zone? Who are some people who want to live in a Quiet Zone and why do they want to live there? Does Simon seem to be glad to live in a Quiet Zone? How does Simon feel when he thinks that Grin And Bear...
Aligned to the following Common Core Standards:
- ELA-Writing W.9-10.3(d), 9-10.7, 11-12.3(d), 11-12.7
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