I had to reread this book this week because I am constructing a Unit Plan on it for my PSII Practicum placement. I have to say that Harper Lee's classic was truly a thousand times more enjoyable the second time around. I found that I really appreciated the text so much more than the first time I read it way back in Grade 10 when my uninspiring English teacher had us read it at home with little or no discussion at school. As a result, my first reading was not memorable or engaging and I didn't really absorb much of what I had read. This time around, I found myself scarfing down the chapters one after the other and managed to get through the book in two days. Lee writes about social constructions of prejudice - specifically racism, class and gender - in such a powerful, engaging way. The child-like perspective of Scout, coupled with the adult reflective narration makes for a great storytelling medium. This is by far one of the greatest books ever written and I simply cannot wait to teach and discuss it with my Grade 10 classes next month. A must read.
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