Parent Guide > Joan of Arc: France's Young Tragic Hero

by David White 2015

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 "Joan of Arc: France's Young Tragic Hero" by David White.

This is the story of how the young and courageous Joan of Arc led the French to victory against the English in the 1400s.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Honor & Courage and Social Change & Revolution as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"How do people create change?" and "What makes a hero?"

Ways to support your child:

  • Ask your child about this informational text at home:
    • What was "Joan of Arc: France's Young Tragic Hero" about?
    • What did you learn about Honor & Courage?
    • What did you learn about Social Change & Revolution?
  • Watch Recap of Hundred Years' War at home with your child.