Parent Guide > The Three Sisters, Avenged: A Dominican Drama
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This week in class, we’re reading "The Three Sisters, Avenged: A Dominican Drama" by Larry Rohter.
In the 1997 New York Times article "The Three Sisters, Avenged: A Dominican Drama," Larry Rohter discusses the murder of the Maribal sisters and how the Dominican Republic continues to honor their sacrifice.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Honor & Courage, Social Change & Revolution, and War & Peace as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How do people create change?", "What makes a hero?", and "How can we achieve peace?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "The Three Sisters, Avenged: A Dominican Drama" about?
- What did you learn about Honor & Courage?
- What did you learn about Social Change & Revolution?
- What did you learn about War & Peace?
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