From the Mixed Up Files

This morning I've been researching for an integrated unit on the novel, "From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E Frankweiler" by E.L. Konigsburg. I finished reading it on Monday. There is certainly a lot of websites on the topic. I would like to create a lapbook, which would contain a biography on E.L., and Michaelangelo. Lord willing, I will be at the MET next Thursday, so I will pick up some postcards and pamphlets to add. I found a clip of the Ingrid Bergman movie on YouTube.

Activities so far:

1. Planning a getaway

2. Social issues: does running away solve the problem? What was Claudia's reason for leaving? What traits would you want in selecting a runaway buddy?

3. Character Sketches on Jamie and Claudia

4. Setting: the MET - general information, floor plan

5. Michaelangelo & Italian Rennaissance

6. Comparing prices between now and then

7. Biography on E.L. Konigsburg

8. Point of view writing

Lunch break...Blessings!