LibGuides: Common Reader (2019-2020): This I Believe: Discussions, Guides, & Questions

Instructor Toolkit

Teacher's Guide (Picador)
Teacher's Guide for "This I Believe: The Personal Philosophies of Remarkable Men and Women," edited by Jay Allison and Dan Gediman, Foreword by Studs Terkel

Consists of mainly three sections: Reading and Understanding the Book, Questions and Exercises for the Class, and Terms and Phrases to Define

This I Believe Essay Writing Suggestions
Power Lesson: “This I Believe” Essays
In this power lesson shared by high school English teacher Cynthia Ruiz, students write their own personal statements of belief. The essay pushes students to write about something that matters to them and helps them get to know each other on a deeper level.
Giving Voice to Students Through "This I Believe" Podcasts: Lesson Plan
Sherman, Krista; Published by the International Literacy Association
This I Believe: Sample High School Writing Curriculum

Discussion Questions

Reading Group Guide (Holt Paperbacks)
Discussion Questions for "This I Believe: The Personal Philosophies of Remarkable Men and Women," edited by Jay Allison and Dan Gediman

Download this free poster to promote This I Believe activities happening in your classroom. The poster measures 11 inches by 17 inches and is ideal to hang in classrooms. Document is best printed in color. For best results, these documents may be printed at your local print shop.

Source: https://thisibelieve.org/educators/