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 * Unit Title:** //Weetzie Bat// **Grade Level(s):** 9-12
 * Subject/Topic Area(s):** English Language Arts
 * Key Words:** Reading, Themes, Literature, Character Development, Literary Devices
 * Designed by:** Melissa Audy **Time Frame:** 6-80 minutes
 * School District:** MSAD 9 **School:** Mt. Blue Middle School

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 * =Brief Summary of Unit= ||
 * This unit will focus on the young adult novel, //Weetzie Bat//, written by author Francesca Lia Block. Students will read the novel and explore the various controversial literary themes which shape the plot. Students will also examine other aspects of literature, such as voice, style, tone, and character development. Students will consider these aspects of the writing in order to sharpen analytical skills, as well as discovering ways to improve their own writing. Through deep analysis of literary themes, students will become aware of techniques to creatively express emotion. The ultimate goal is for all students to develop an understanding of literary themes, as well as the ability to identify them within a written piece. ||
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