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This Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf? A Comparison in American Culture lesson plan also includes:
As part of their study of the Progressive Era, class groups examine a 20th century version of "The Three Little Pigs" through a New Era lens and identify how ideals such as the value of hard work, creativity, and problem solving, etc., are reflected in Brooke's version of the tale.
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Instructional Ideas
Have groups compare Brooke's version of the tale with standard versions and with Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith's "The True Story of the Three Little Pigs."
Classroom Considerations
- The activity presumes class members are familiar with older version of the tale
Pros
- The packet includes links to Brooke's book, Progressive Era materials, and other related resources
Cons
- Additional scaffolding may be required for some class members to understand the concept of applying lenses for interpretation