Inside the Mind

Grade 8 students are currently completing projects on symbolism in literature.  They are taking a look inside the minds of the characters to see what items, symbols and images play a role in explaining more about the main character and the character's relationship to others in the story. For example take the ring in the book Fellowship of the Rings. What synmbol does the ring stand for in the book?  What is the meaning? In The Hunger Games, what symbolizes the strength, capability, and talent of Katniss? Evidence of symbolism is all around us.  Discovering how symbols alter our perception of literature is often interesting, amazing, and quite profound. Stay tuned for more projects to be posted as completed.