This graphic novel is based upon the story of Amelia Earhart, her inspiration on others, and her determination as a female pilot. Set in 1928 in Trepassey, Newfoundland, Amelia visits the town in hopes to fly across the Atlantic. With her strong aspiration, she inspires a writer, Grace, to fight for her rights as a woman writer. As the graphic novel progresses we see the many accomplishments and conflicts inflicted upon the characters.
Suggested Delivery: Independent Read
Reading Index: Lexile: GN1080L
Vocabulary: Trespassey, continent, lousy, technically, kraut, tension, airborne, moxie, promoter, exclusive, offload, easterly, dandy, navigator, and newsreel.
Vocabulary Activity:
Students will find the vocabulary words in the text, define them, and create vocabulary cards for these words. They will study these vocabulary cards and use them as a resource while reading.
Teaching Strategies:
Pre-Reading:
Students will complete an anticipation guide. Included in this guide will be questions such as: Who is Amelia Earhart? Why is she famous/ what is she known for? What was going on at the time Amelia aspired to fly across the Atlantic? What were women's roles during the time? Did she succeed?
During Reading:
Students will complete a concept map about the characters in the text ( Amelia and Grace). Who are they? what role do they play in the story? How do they compare and contrast? This will be done in a Venn Diagram.
After Reading/ Writing:
Students will create their own newspaper article from the viewpoint of Grace or as a woman at the time. They will include their view of Amelia, her impact on them, and information they had learned from the text. They may incorporate vocabulary words into this activity.
Web Resources:
Official Amelia Earhart Website: http://www.ameliaearhart.com/
Biography of Amelia Earhart: http://www.biography.com/people/amelia-earhart-9283280
Timeline of Amelia Earhart: http://www.history-timelines.org.uk/people-timelines/25-amelia-earhart-timeline.htm
Author's Website: http://www.sarahstewarttaylor.com/
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