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Walk Two Moons: In Search Of Mother And Self
Sharon Creech's masterful storytelling and rich, multi-layered narrative structure provide a wealth of literary elements for students to analyze and a window into Native American culture, family relationships, friendship, and growing up.
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About the Book Walk Two Moons
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Walk Two Moons tells the story of Salamanca Tree Hiddle, a thirteen-year-old girl on a cross-country trip with her grandparents. Sal's journey is both physical and emotional, as she travels from Ohio to Idaho to find her mother, who left the family after a tragic event. The novel cleverly weaves two narratives together. One is Sal's road trip with her grandparents, and the other is the story of her friend, Phoebe Winterbottom, which Sal narrates during the trip. Phoebe's tale, filled with mysterious occurrences and the search for her own missing mother, parallels Sal's quest, offering readers a layered and engaging experience. Sal's road trip takes several unexpected turns, leading to the climax where she confronts the reality of her mother's disappearance. The resolution is both heart-wrenching and hopeful, as Sal comes to terms with her loss and begins to heal. Walk Two Moons is a Newbery Medal Award winner. |
Themes in the book Walk Two Moons |
Family and Loss: One of the central themes in Walk Two Moons is the complexity of family relationships and the impact of loss. Sal's bond with her mother, her grandparents, and even her absent father, are explored in depth, providing fertile ground for classroom discussions about grief and resilience. Identity and Growth: Sal's journey is also one of self-discovery. Throughout the novel, she grapples with her identity and her place in the world. This theme resonates with middle school students who are navigating their own paths to self-understanding. Empathy and Understanding: The novel's title, derived from the saying, “Don't judge a man until you've walked two moons in his moccasins,” underscores the importance of empathy. Sal learns to see the world from others' perspectives, a lesson that is invaluable for young readers. Friendship and Support: The friendships in the novel, particularly between Sal and Phoebe, show the power of human connections. As Sal helps Phoebe through her own struggles, she realizes the importance of having a support system during times of hardship. This theme emphasizes the value of true friendship and encourages readers to be there for one another.
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Activity Ideas for the book Walk Two Moons |
Discussion Questions: Engage your students with thought-provoking questions such as:
Character Analysis: Have students choose a character and create a character map. This can include the character's traits, motivations, and development throughout the story. Such an activity encourages deeper comprehension and personal connection to the text. Empathy Exercises: To emphasize the theme of empathy, engage students in role-playing activities where they must “walk in someone else’s shoes.” Discuss how this exercise changes their perception of the characters and their situations. Exploring Themes: Divide the class into groups and assign each group a theme to explore. Ask them to find examples from the text that illustrate their theme. Later, have each group present their findings and lead a discussion on how these themes relate to the students' lives.
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