Tag Archives: #litcircle

Circle Up!

Posted on May 17, 2022 by 22tmh

Check out Izzy & Tessa’s new podcast on Maggie Shipstead’s novel, Great Circle. With an emphasis on style and pattern, they investigate the unique structure and themes of the novel, from femininity to family. Join them to listen to their … Continue reading →

Posted in #PBL #StudentCentered, booker prize, English IV Honors, Feminism, Literature Circles aka #litcircles, maggieshipstead | Tagged #litcircle, Booker Prize Shortlist Novels, English IV Honors, Feminist, Maggie Shipstead, PBL | 1 Comment

Flowers for Robin

Posted on February 1, 2022 by jcolaccino

Richard Powers’ Booker Prize Winner, Bewilderment, has astounded readers everywhere with its emotional complexity and metaphorical depth. Theo and his son, Robin, take us on a journey of grief and growth through a layered and twisting plot. Via an exploration … Continue reading →

Posted in #CliFi Climate Fiction, #PBL #StudentCentered | Tagged #CliFi, #litcircle, PBL, Richard Powers | 1 Comment

Shuggie Bain Minecraft Scene Proposal

Posted on May 25, 2021 by 21mjk

Themes: Temperament- Big shug has anger issues. They stem from his frustration with his life/standing in society. He then takes this frustration and blames it on Agnes effectively gaslighting her. He tells her he is leaving her because he cannot make her … Continue reading →