The Symbolism of Sneakers in Ghost | The Great American Read

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Resource Type
Classroom Material Lesson
Keywords
jason reynolds ghost young adult ya lit young adult literature symbolism sneaker culture popular culture Great American Read
Subjects
English-Language Arts
Grade Levels
Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Post-Secondary
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The Symbolism of Sneakers in Ghost | The Great American Read

In this lesson, classrooms take a close look at sneaker culture and how sneakers are used as a symbol in Jason Reynolds' Ghost. By presenting students with the way in which sneakers are viewed in popular culture, students will bring background information to critically think about why Reynolds chose sneakers as an important symbol in Ghost.
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PBS Learning Media

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