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Title: Brian's Song
Author:
William Blinn
Age level: High School
Recommended by: Leslie Bezich, San Pedro High School, California Summary:
Brian's Song is a true story written as a screenplay about Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers of the Chicago Bears. It is a story about competition, friendship, and the struggle for survival against cancer.
Teaching suggestions: This story lends itself to students analyzing their own lives, friendships, and struggles. An autobiographical unit is effective here. This screenplay is most effectively taught during the Fall
when High School football games are the place to be. |
