Enduring Friendships
That's News to Me
High Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12
In this lesson featuring a modified article from The Washington Post, students read about a group of African American women who met in college and have remained friends for the past 50 years. This lesson includes photos and comprehension and discussion questions as well as a speaking task.
Focus
current events
authentic materials
reading
friendship
interpretive
productive
Vocabulary
graduation
milestone
funeral
remote
unwavering
in awe
anniversary
set the tone
complaint
persuade