Original Prompt'Jenny of the Tetons': A Local Exploration
Objective
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to connect their knowledge of the modern Teton region to the historical setting of the novel and identify key themes, including the significant role of Native American culture, that make the story relevant to their own lives.
Materials
Copy of the novel, Jenny of the Tetons
Large-scale maps of the Teton region (physical or digital)
Access to a projector or screen for historical images and a map...
This learning resource explores the novel *Jenny of the Tetons* by Kristiana Gregory, set against the backdrop of the Grand Teton mountain range. It provides various reflective prompts about favorite locations and views in the Tetons, challenges faced by 1800s travelers, and the geographical context of significant landmarks such as Jackson Lake and the Snake River. The resource discusses themes of temporal change in the region, the natural continuity of the landscape despite human development, and essential survival skills during the fur trade era. It also highlights the cultural connections of the Shoshone and Bannock tribes to the land, emphasizing their adaptive interactions and historical significance. Character analyses focus on the bond between Carrie, an orphan, and Jenny, a wise Shoshone woman, exploring themes of resilience, courage, and emotional stability. The document contains various reflection and discussion points to deepen understanding of the narrative and its setting.