This lesson is a great lead-in to the novel. It defines migrant workers, and through pictures and lyrics (from woodie guthrie), the students try to put themselves in the shoes of a migrant worker.
Includes notes, handouts, images and lyrics


7 years of successful teaching in the Public High School system in NYC. While there, I have taught English to 9th, 10th and 11th graders. In addition I have taught courses in SAT Prep, Media Studies. Digital Photography, Screenwriting and Music Theory. Over the years I have developed a reputation for creative lesson plans, passionate instruction, and excellent classroom management skills.
