Engage Middle Schoolers with Neurodiverse Experience in Secrets of Riverway + Free ELA Guides
Guest post by Fabled Films Press, 2024 Bronze Sponsor
Encourage Middle Schoolers to Explore Neurodiverse Experiences Using Hannah Edwards Secrets of Riverway & Free ELA Educator Guides
Note: This post is a companion to the blog post How to Actually Write with ADHD
One way for students to explore the experiences of the neurodiverse community in the classroom is to read books that feature neurodiverse characters. Hannah Edwards Secrets of Riverway is an authentic ADHD reimagining of Hamlet that will resonate with readers of all ages, engaging them through a compelling blend of mystery, adventure, and coming-of-age themes. Kids with or without neurodiverse conditions will relate to Hannah’s need for agency and her unstoppable drive.
The Neurodiversity Discussion Guide from Fabled Films Press was created to introduce neurodiversity to middle school classrooms. Dr. Dawn Jacobs Martin, PhD, an Associate Clinical Professor and Director of Special Education Teacher preparation at the University of Maryland, College Park created the guide. Our companion ELA Guide contains discussion questions, an exploration of vocabulary, and writing assignments to align with current curriculum goals. The guide was written by Pat Scales, a children’s literature consultant and retired school librarian who writes a monthly column at Booklist and School Library Journal.
Download the Free Educator Guides for your classroom:
ELA Guide for Hannah Edwards Secrets of Riverway
Neurodiversity Guide for Hannah Edwards Secrets of Riverway
