1. My Claim: Although Mama Elena is abusive to Tita, she is also a strong, powerful woman who breaks female stereotypes.
( Why This Interests You & Possible Supporting Examples (at least three examples/quotes from the text that you think could support your ideas) – Like water for chocolate
2. Whale Rider Quiz – What did you think of the Whale Rider film– any thoughts? Reflections?
What similar themes do you see between Whale Rider and Like Water for Chocolate?
Add some reflections on similarities and differences between the two stories…use examples from both stories to support what you are saying.
3. Imagine that you are a classroom teacher, serving a diverse community of students. How would you attempt to include parents of all students, accounting for individual needs? What is the role of the community in supporting families of children who have a disability? Describe the continuum of support services available for people with specific learning disabilities.
