A reflection on the week of October 7-11, 2013

This week has been a struggle yet exciting. The students have been trying to read and understand the book. This is a first for many of the students. We are trying to understand how the descriptions offered by Steinbeck enrich our understanding of the book. Some of the students finally stated that things were moving a little too fast and they had trouble connecting with the "Dust Bowl". I expressed my appreciation for their honesty. It was really a growing experience, for them to be able to admit that things are confusing. We will continue to read, to unpack and discover what Steinbeck wants us to know, but we will spend more time talking about the history of the "Dust Bowl" Wishing everyone a good weekend.