Facilitate a class discussion to brainstorm questions about Kentucky authors, focusing on themes of culture, history, and influence.
Kentucky Literary Map Creation
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Collaborate to create a 'Kentucky Literary Map' highlighting authors and their works, which will serve as a visual guide throughout the project.
Author Visit Reflection
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Reflect on the insights shared during the virtual or in-person visit from a local Kentucky author and discuss how their experiences reflect the state's literary culture.
Research Project Planning
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Begin planning individual research projects by selecting a Kentucky author to study, establishing research questions, and outlining research steps.
Research Strategy Session
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Collaborate in small groups to refine research questions and develop strategies for gathering information about selected Kentucky authors.
Source Exploration
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Examine a variety of sources, including books, articles, and websites, to gather information about the selected author's life and works, focusing on themes of culture and history.
Author Biography Draft
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Begin drafting a biography of the selected Kentucky author, focusing on significant life events and their connection to the author's works.
Peer Feedback Session
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Share biography drafts with classmates and provide constructive feedback to help refine and enhance each other's work.
Theme Identification Exercise
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Analyze the selected author's works to identify recurring themes and discuss their relevance to Kentucky's culture and history.
Theme Summarization Practice
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Write a concise summary that captures the identified themes and their significance, incorporating feedback from peers to enhance clarity and depth.
Creative Piece Development
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Create a piece inspired by the chosen Kentucky author's style, incorporating themes from their works and reflecting on how the author's background influences their writing.
Feedback and Reflection
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Share creative pieces with peers to receive feedback, engage in self-reflection about the creative process, and refine pieces based on insights gained.
Final Presentation Preparation
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Collaborate in small groups to finalize multimedia presentations, ensuring each element accurately reflects the author's themes and their impact on Kentucky's culture and history.
Kentucky Authors Fair Setup
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Organize the classroom space for the Kentucky Authors Fair, arranging visual presentations and displays to highlight students' research findings and creative pieces.