Curriculum Guide
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The Stars and the Blackness Between Them
Junauda Petrus
Suggested Grade Level: 8-12
Publishing Year: 2019
ISBN Number: 9780525555490
ABOUT THE BOOK
Port of Spain, Trinidad
After her mother discovers her clandestine relationship the pastor's granddaughter, Audre moves to the United States with her father. Despite her move to Minneapolis, Audre is determined not to lose her cultural roots.
Minneapolis, United States
In late summer, Mabel begins to ponder her relationship with Jada. However, her self-inquiry is interrupted when her father explains that his friend and daughter, newly arrived from Trinidad, are attending dinner. Mabel begins to develop feelings for Audre and the two form a close relationship, helping each other during difficult times.
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This teacher guide contains pre-reading discussion questions, research activities, and creative projects that are applicable to a variety of curricula.
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STANDARDS
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VOCABULARY
INTRODUCING THE BOOK
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PRINTABLES
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Classroom Guide
STANDARDS
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VOCABULARY
INTRODUCING THE BOOK
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PRINTABLES
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BEFORE READING
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DURING READING: Project Idea
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DURING READING: Guiding Questions
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AFTER READING: Project Idea
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EXTENSION ACTIVITIES / IMAGES / MEDIA / LINKS
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About the Author and Illustrator
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This guide was prepared by [EDUCATOR NAME], [EDUCATOR TITLE]. At the time of creating this lesson, [EDUCATOR PRONOUN] was working at [EDUCATOR SITE]. August 2022.
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About the Project
LGBTQ+ Literature Project
Santa Cruz County public and school librarians and book lovers worked to create a list of the top 10 LGBTQ+ books that each school library should purchase. These lists were then organized by grade span (K-2, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12), and dedicated educators worked over the summer in 2022 to construct lessons to bring these books to life.