MY HOMETOWN - Episode12 - Haunted Poetry
MY HOMETOWN - (40x24 min) by Canadian Poet Jean Mercier
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24m
In this episode: • consequences of gossip • looking for truth *poetry *heritage
A heritage project leads Thomas and his friends to explore the mysterious story of the local "haunted house" and the two old ladies who lived there in isolation. Will truth finally have get the final word?
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
This program will enable students:
* To appreciate the richness of poetry and heritage
• to demonstrate an understanding of the negative implications of gossip and hearsay.
• to assess the impact of gossip and rumours on individuals.
• to see the relationship between gossip and prejudice, and how one can lead to another
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