Unit+1+-+Identity

UNIT 1 : MODERN Identity In this unit, we will explore identity... which is very complex. Identity can be individual, and can be something very global and shared by many people. The main themes will be: belonging, exclusion, perspective and identity.


 * Essential Questions: **
 * How do we define our selves?
 * What kinds of problems does being different create?
 * How are people being included and excluded in different communities across the world?


 * Key Understandings: **
 * Identity is complex and constantly changing.
 * Every one struggles with belonging and defining who they are.
 * Today's world is a constantly evolving and transforming one.

__Key Issues/Themes__: Belonging vs. Exclusion, Perspective and Communities

__Assessment__:
 * "If you knew me" Projects (Biopoem, Autobiographical Essay, "If you knew me" video)
 * Themes Literary Essay (based on the reading of the Among the Hidden book)
 * Modern Issues Realistic Fiction Story "A Day in the Life of.." narrative; based on research
 * Reading response journal entries and Book Club reflections


 * Resources:** "We and They" Poem; The Sneetches - Dr. Seuss; The Bear that Wasn't video; class Edmodo.com page; wikispaces lesson plans page; in-class simulations; Haddix series: //Among the Hidden//, //Among the Imposters//