Explore John Steinbeck's The Pearl with this four-week english unit designed for homeschool families. Students will analyze themes like the pitfalls of wealth and societal expectations while engaging in interactive exercises and hands-on projects. This english curriculum enhances critical thinking and deepens literary understanding in a dynamic way.

Key Features:

• Creative Expression: Students craft an original parable, drawing connections to Steinbeck's story.
• Critical Analysis: By examining symbolism and theme within the novella, learners learn to interpret literary devices and their implications within the storyline.
• Hands-On Grammar: Interactive activities encourage students to work with parts of speech in context.
• Interdisciplinary Connection: The unit marries literature with history and art as students research the historical pearl diving industry before preparing a presentation.

Students will explore the history of pearl diving to deepen their understanding of the novella’s setting and expand their vocabulary through Steinbeck’s rich language. They’ll apply these skills in creative writing, including poems and parables, and complete the unit with a reflective project of their choice. This unit makes up four weeks of a complete year-long Age 11-13 Language Arts curriculum. Use all ten units for a complete seventh grade homeschool curriculum.

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