ELRL 6310: TKAM Background & Historical Context by Angela Lengner https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4 Use this padlet to explore background information on To Kill a Mockingbird, as well as the real historical events that inspired Harper Lee to write the novel. en-us 2023-04-20 00:51:05 UTC 2026-03-17 07:51:03 UTC hello@padlet.com Harper Lee Background Information lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560880223 Use the following link to learn more about the author of To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee. Then, answer the following questions: 

1. When and where was Harper Lee born? What was she like as a child and what did her father do for a living?


2. Which extra-curricular activities did Harper Lee partake in during college?  


3. Who was Harper Lee’s childhood friend? How is he described? 


]]> 2023-04-20 00:53:41 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560880223 Harper Lee's Father: The Real Life Atticus Finch lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560881528 Use the following link to gain background information on Harper Lee's Father, A.C. Lee, who inspired Atticus Finch. Then, answer the following questions:

1. . Who is A.C. Lee? What is the name of the character inspired by him in To Kill a Mockingbird? 


2. Describe A.C. Lee’s most notable court case from 7 years before Harper Lee’s birth. What was atypical about Lee’s involvement in this case? 

 
3. Describe one other impactful trial that influenced Lee’s writing: 


]]> 2023-04-20 00:54:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560881528 Directions: lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560882784 Read the following articles and answer the comprehension questions to gain a better understanding of the author of TKAM]]> 2023-04-20 00:55:56 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560882784 Emmett Till lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560884686 Watch the following video and bullet point the most important information that you learn about Emmett Till and his story. ]]> 2023-04-20 00:57:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560884686 The Scottsboro Boys lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560886027 Read this article about the Scottsboro boys and make a prediction about how this historical event could impact the plot of To Kill a Mockingbird. ]]> 2023-04-20 00:58:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560886027 Till Movie Trailer lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560886993 Emmett Till's story has been made into a movie. Reflect on why you think it's important to continue telling Emmett's story in 2023. ]]> 2023-04-20 00:59:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560886993 Directions: lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560887908 Access the following links to learn about the important real historical events that inspired Harper Lee. Then, answer the corresponding questions. ]]> 2023-04-20 00:59:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560887908 Nobody is all good or all bad. lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888166 2023-04-20 01:00:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888166 Under our justice system, all citizens are treated equally. lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888290 2023-04-20 01:00:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888290 The saying “sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me” is true. lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888415 2023-04-20 01:00:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888415 Some words are so offensive they should never be stated or written. lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888593 2023-04-20 01:00:26 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888593 Speaking proper, grammatically correct English proves a person is smart. lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888739 2023-04-20 01:00:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888739 When the law does not adequately punish criminals, citizens should do so. lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888856 2023-04-20 01:00:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888856 A poor person is more likely to commit a crime than a wealthy person. lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888979 2023-04-20 01:00:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560888979 All people arrested for criminal acts can receive a fair trial in this country. lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560889072 2023-04-20 01:00:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560889072 A person who doesn’t believe in fighting (physical violence) is a coward. lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560889416 2023-04-20 01:01:09 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560889416 Directions: lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560890320 Respond to one of the following prompts, stating whether you agree or disagree. Be sure to explain your reasoning. 

You should also respond to the perspective of one classmate. Remember that this should be a respectful, insightful conversation. ]]> 2023-04-20 01:01:59 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560890320 Directions: lengnerangela https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560927116 In this section, I could have students find relevant events happening each year to have them begin relating the novel with current-day issues. ]]> 2023-04-20 01:30:54 UTC https://padlet.com/lengnerangela/2vd733m1j0h4xyz4/wish/2560927116