Tuesdays with Morrie

Everytime I tell people that I'm studying this book with sophomores, they do a double take and ask me if I'm sure it isn't too young for them. They are correct in that it is a fast, easy read. I think, though, that the ideas in the book are denser, heavier, harder, than the syntax or diction in the book. So really, while we are looking at nonfiction with a unique voice, we get to study a little of the author's writing style. It also gives the kids a chance to write about things having to do with real life.

I think, too, that it's important for kids to have exposure to wisdom from a generation that we are losing, more quickly rather than more slowly. This means that they have to interview someone older (50 or above--not that this is old, just older than them, more life experience) and then research what influenced that person's life.

We'll see more of what the kids come up with as we go.

So, even though I didn't add this as a book choice on the sophomore curriculum, I'm still glad that I have the choice of whether or not to teach it.

Then, on to Fahrenheit 451.