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Inside and outside: Paradox of the box
This lesson serves to introduce students to symbolism (the box), to the literary element paradox, and to the abstract notion of ambiguity (freedom vs. confinement). It is designed for 2nd and 3rd graders, but may be adapted for use with upper elementary or early middle school grades.
Format: lesson plan (grade 2–6 English Language Arts)
By Edie McDowell.
Teaching point of view
In this lesson plans, students compare and contrast a folktale and a 1903 primary source account in order to gain an understanding of point of view.
Format: lesson plan (grade 7 English Language Arts)
By Angela Strother.

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Uncle Tom's Cabin and American Culture - A Multimedia Archive
A comprehensive site on Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin which deals with abolitionism, slavery, and the Civil War era. The site includes texts, images, songs, 3-D objects, and film clips. (Learn more)
Format: website/lesson plan
Provided by: University of Virginia