Parent Guide > They Called It Witchcraft
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 "They Called It Witchcraft" by Mary Beth Norton.
In "They Called It Witchcraft," Mary Beth North explains the connection between the New England settlers' war against the Wabanaki people and the Salem witch trials.As we read, we will be discussing the themes of America, Fear & Paranoia, and Prejudice & Discrimination as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How has America changed over time?", "How does fear drive action?", and "What are the effects of prejudice?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this opinion article at home:
- What was "They Called It Witchcraft" about?
- What did you learn about America?
- What did you learn about Fear & Paranoia?
- What did you learn about Prejudice & Discrimination?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: