Parent Guide > America
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "America" by Claude McKay.
In "America," a speaker describes their mixed feelings about America.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of America and Prejudice & Discrimination as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"What are the effects of prejudice?" and "What makes America unique?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this poem at home:
- What was "America" about?
- What did you learn about America?
- What did you learn about Prejudice & Discrimination?
- Watch Clint Smith: How to raise a black son in America at home with your child.