Provide "acknowledged body of knowledge" related to the concept. Emphasize the most significant aspects of the concept in an organized, organic manner. Present information sequentially so students see continuity. Draw attention to important, discrete details; don't swamp students with myriad facts.

Study Ordinary People noting the roles each play. View film version. Read article.

Objective: To study the difference in point of view as depicted in the chapters written in the father's voice and the chapters written in the son's voice. To discuss the different perspectives created by the film version. To introduce the idea of "dislike" as characterized in the article, "A Problem of Dislike," as a possible motivation for Beth in the film version.

Activity: Read novel, choosing metaphors and axioms from each character's point of view; view film, read article.

Assessment: Homework, group activities, discussion, quote tests which identify speaker and describe the significance of the particular metaphor or axiom.