“A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings”

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“A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings: A Tale for Children”

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“A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings”

Exploring Archetypes Create a word web for each of the following: Wings Angel Old Man

Cold Passage: “A Very Old Man With Enormous Wings: A Tale for Children” Reading Goals ANNOTATE as you read for the following: Examine archetypes within the story: are there any “stock” characters? How do they function? (Provide evidence) Write two potential theme statements for “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings” Are there any quest elements within the story? What can you find?