English Standards CC.11-12.R.C.1: Key Ideas and Details: Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain. CC.11-12.R.I.4: Craft and Structure: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze how an author uses and refines the meaning of a key term or terms over the course of a text. CC.11-12.R.I7: Integration of Knowledge and Ideas: Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats as well as in words in order to address a question or solve a problem.
This lesson encourages critical thinking and creative production. Students are using critical thinking while writing their paper and exploring the Library of Congress. They have to decide which primary sources are useful and will enhance their paper and invitation. This lesson uses creative production because students have to create an invitation for a Gatsby party. They have to use a certain program in order to effectively create their invitation.