Parent Guide > Granuaile
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 "Granuaile" by Fiona Waters.
In the informational text "Granuaile," Fiona Waters discusses a female leader and pirate in Ireland who lived during the 16th century.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Gender Roles and Honor & Courage as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How do we define the roles of men and women?" and "What does it mean to be brave?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this biography at home:
- What was "Granuaile" about?
- What did you learn about Gender Roles?
- What did you learn about Honor & Courage?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: