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A Teacher's Guide to the Penguin Edition of John Steinbeck's The Pearl

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The guide to John Steinbeck's The Pearl suggests ways instructors can help readers see below the surface of the novella to the parable beneath. Through a variety of activities, readers come to appreciate the complexity of the tale.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
john steinbeck, the pearl, allegories, american literature, literary analysis, plot, characterization, literary themes, universal themes, imagery, symbolism, oral tradition, parables, irony
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Instructional Ideas
  • Ask readers to craft their one-line moral for the parable
  • Ask for volunteers to practice and read sections of the story to the class
Classroom Considerations
  • The six-page guide includes before, during, and after reading activities
Pros
  • Includes a section on suggested "Teaching Methodology"
Cons
  • None