LG.ELAR.2.C
Connect literature to historical context, current events, and his/her own experiences.
Literary Genres · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
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literaturehistorical contextcurrent eventsexperiencesstudent
Skills
- connect (literature to historical context) #dok2
- connect (literature to current events) #dok2
- connect (literature to personal experiences) #dok2
- explain (relevance of connections between text and real-world context) #dok3
- analyze (influences of context and experiences on literature) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify connections between literature and historical context. #dok2
- I can make connections between literature and current events. #dok2
- I can relate literature to my own experiences. #dok2
- I can explain how historical context influences the events or themes in a literary text. #dok3
- I can analyze the ways that personal and societal experiences are reflected in literature. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Literature is shaped by and reflects historical, social, and personal contexts.
- Connecting literature to real-world events and experiences deepens understanding and relevance.
Essential Questions
- How can understanding a text’s historical context enhance comprehension?
- In what ways can literature connect to current events or issues in the world?
- How might your own experiences shape your interpretation of a text?
- What evidence from a literary work links it to a particular historical event or period?
- Why is it important to make personal or real-world connections when reading literature?