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Early in our use of the book, it was always a great For that reason alone, it deserves a hallowed placeĮach time I've read the book I've been intrigued by its many teaching Importantly the many themes of change, acceptance, and growing up, to I'veĪlways felt that the plot was perfect for this age group and more With their copy - and sometimes I get the students to read it. Sometimes I read it aloud - while they follow along I've taught your novel to my grade sevens for over ten years now and I Once again I've uncovered yet another layer I did not know existed. Once again, I've read and explored your novel, Who is Frances Rain? and If other teachers have plans WFR or for some of my other books please send them on, as I know other teachers would really appreciate it! I am putting it in here, because he describes quite a bit about how he approaches his classes when reading the book. I have already posted Chris's letter under Who is Frances Rain? but I am pleased to do it again. If there are other teachers interested sharing teaching ideas for Who is Frances Rain? or any of my other novels, please contact me and I will gladly put them up here on the site.

This kind of generosity is amazing to me. Who is Frances Rain? is one of the novels his students study.Ĭhris sent me a letter in February 2012 and, after reading it, I asked him if he would be interested in sharing his lesson plans with other teachers. Lesson Plans and Ideas: WHO IS FRANCES RAIN: Teacher, Chris Chalker, NewfoundlandĬhris Chalker, from Newfoundland teaches grade seven Language Arts.

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