Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Shhhhh! A secret!

Go on the Internet and find out what "nu shu" was. Explain (Student ID).

Illegal Reading

During the Civil War in the United States, African American slaves were not allowed to learn to read. Why do you think it was against the law to teach African Americans how to read?  (Student ID)

Readers as a good idea?

Do you like to listen when people read to you, or do you prefer to read alone? Explain your opinion. (Student ID)

No more readers

How did the readers lose their jobs? Give details. Use your own words. (Don't copy from the article). (Student ID).

Readers as "Superstars"

Why were the readers considered superstars? In other words, why were they popular? (Student ID)

Facts about Cuba

What facts do you know about Cuba? (Student ID)

The Title

What does the title, 'Reign of the Reader", mean? Explain. (Student ID)