Introduction
Today you will have the opportunity to learn more about Walter Dean Myers, background.
Task
You will explore the web resources I have laid out for you and use the information to answer questions about the author, story and setting.
Process
STEP 1: Watch the interview (all sections) with Walter Dean Myers on the following website, and read the biography. http://www.readingrockets.org/books/interviews/myersw/ STEP 2: Using the info from the biography and the video answer the following questions. Copy and paste them into a google doc and answer below the question. 1. What are the stages of writing for Walter Dean Myers?2. How would you describe Walter Dean Myers work style? (use evidence from his interview)3. When did Walter Dean Myers start writing?4. Where did the middle name "Dean" come from?5. What struggles did Walter Dean Myers face?6. What would Walter Dean Myers say is the most important skill to learn? Do you agree with him? Why or Why Not?7. Why would Walter Dean Myers choose Harlem NY as a setting?8. Write a short letter to Mr. Myers, asking him anything you are wondering about his stories or being a professional author.
Evaluation
Your responses will be assessed for content, completeness, and mechanics.
Ask yourself the following questions.Did I title my google doc correctly?Did I copy and paste the questions into the document?Did I answer ALL the questions completely?Did I share my google doc?
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have completed the WebQuest. Knowing more about the author helps us to examine their craft and become better writers ourselves. It also allows us to understand their stories on a different level.