January 30, 2009 Objectives: 1. To interpret the meaning of African proverbs 2. Explain the importance of folk tales in African American Literature African.

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January 30, 2009 Objectives: 1. To interpret the meaning of African proverbs 2. Explain the importance of folk tales in African American Literature African American Literature

 A story or legend forming part of an oral tradition.

 Read pages  Pg Skills practice  Watch on YouTube Watch on YouTube

 "Wise Words"- African Proverbs and Their Meaning - ksg1.html ksg1.html  Anansi Tales - ksg2.html ksg2.html

Create your own folktale to go with your proverb Due 2/10/09

 Learn to import pictures ◦ Make a list of at least 10 pictures you would like to import that goes along with the story you have written. ◦ Browse the internet to find appropriate pictures to go along with your story and down load them.