Wednesday, 2 February 2011

Introducing the Novel

Expolre the various book covers that have been used for this story.


Which covers do you find appealing or intriguing?


As a group, discuss what clues the cover immediately gives the reader about the story and decide if you can predict what is likely to happen.


Post your responses and be prepared to discuss these with the class!

Chapter 10: Grace's Story

After reading this chapter, look at the pictures taken during the Soweto uprising and retell Grace's story.

You are to write an account of her story in the first person and you should focus on how Grace is feeling and what she is doing. You are to describe places and events, enabling your reader to imagine them clearly.

Post your responses here.