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C. Theme: Physical Violence
1. Reading: Several poems
* Spend 15-30 minutes introducing, reading and discussing each
of the following poems and their authors:
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might be introduced and discussed as a unit as they share the theme of violence
between couples; the last two could be grouped together in a similar fashion
under the theme of violence towards children. |
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give as much background material about the authors as possible, show photos and
books, go over all difficult vocabulary and allow for lots of questions.
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2. Free writing
* After each group of poems has been presented and discussed,
allow time for a free write; students write whatever thoughts come to their
mind in their journals or on scrap paper for about 10 minutes; some students
may prefer to make sketches.
* This free writing or art is meant to be
private.
3. Debate
* Organize a debate about the care of children. Some questions
to consider:
- What are the rights of children?
- Are they being sufficiently protected?
- What are some of the problems in protecting children, and
how might they be overcome? For example, some children are too young or too
afraid to speak out.
- What do you think are some of the underlying causes of
violence against children?
4. Film: Loved, Honoured and
Bruised
* Watch the NFB film Loved, Honoured and Bruised.
* Some questions to consider:
- Why do some women stay in violent relationships?
- What are some of the positive things that are happening
today in this regard?
- What are some of the resources in our community to help
women in abusive relationships?
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