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Lesson 1 (from Chapters 1-4)
Objective
The objective of this lesson is to examine Lynette’s relationship with Kenny. Lynette, the central character of the novel, has many financial and other struggles in life. These are compounded by the fact that she often has to look after her developmentally disabled brother Kenny all while trying to take care of herself.
Lesson
Group Discussion: How does Kenny wake up Lynette and why? Why does Kenny start crying? What does Lynette ask Kenny to do and why? What does Kenny look like? Why do you think he is “gaining weight” (2), has a pear-shaped body, and waddles when he walks? What do Kenny’s room and wardrobe look like, and how does Lynette take care of them? What arrangements for taking care of Kenny does Lynette make with their mother? What is Kenny’s favorite color for cars? What do you think might be foreshadowed...
Aligned to the following Common Core Standards:
- ELA-Reading: Literature RL.9-10.1, 9-10.2, 9-10.10, 11-12.1, 11-12.2, 11-12.10
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