by Richard BacH
Summary by Wikipedia
The book tells the story of Jonathan Livingston Seagull, a seagull who is bored with the daily squabbles over food. Seized by a passion for flight, he pushes himself, learning everything he can about flying, until finally his unwillingness to conform results in his expulsion from his flock. An outcast, he continues to learn, becoming increasingly pleased with his abilities as he leads a peaceful and happy life.
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Essay Topics/Writing Assignment
1. The meaning of life seems to be the overall theme of this book, with the introduction of the 'normal" life for the Gulls versus the life Jonathan strives to have.
Part 1: What is the meaning of life as defined by the Gulls?
Part 2: What is the meaning of life as defined by Jonathan?
Part 3: Does the idea of the meaning of life change throughout the story? How? If not, why not?
Use evidence from the book in your analysis.
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Part 1: What is the meaning of life as defined by the Gulls?
Part 2: What is the meaning of life as defined by Jonathan?
Part 3: Does the idea of the meaning of life change throughout the story? How? If not, why not?
Use evidence from the book in your analysis.
Source: Bookrags.com
Lesson Plans/Ideas:
Key words for discussion or reader response: DESCRIBE, COMPARE, CONNECT, ANALYZE, USE, FOR/AGAINST
For example:
Jonathan Livingston Seagull Through an "Emotional Intelligence" Lens
For example:
- DESCRIBE how Jonathan pursued his dreams.
- COMPARE Jonathan with the rest of his Flock.
- USE Jonathan’s story to explain the meaning of life
- List some of the reasons FOR and AGAINST following your dreams.
- CONNECT this story with the real life.
- ANALYZE the relationship of Jonathan and his teacher.
Jonathan Livingston Seagull Through an "Emotional Intelligence" Lens