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Wesley Deheer-Graham wrote a new blog post Week 15-Wesley in the group ENG 201: Introduction to Literature Spring 2025 [Conway]

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:12:18 -0400

Week 15-WesleyThe last part of The House on Mango Street keeps digging into what it’s like to grow up as a […]

Wesley Deheer-Graham posted a new activity comment

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:09:19 -0400

I really agree with your view that fairy tales play an important role in encouraging creativity and emotional growth in children. Your point about therapists using fairy tales as a non-threatening way to explore emotions is very interesting, it shows how storytelling can be both abstract and therapeutic. I also enjoyed your point of view on L.…[Read more]

In reply to - Luis 0 Ramirez wrote a new blog post Luis Ramirez Discussion 11 in the group ENG 201: Introduction to Literature Spring 2025 [Conway] Luis Ramirez Discussion 11I believe fairy tales are beneficial for children […]

Wesley Deheer-Graham wrote a new blog post Discussion 11 in the group ENG 201: Introduction to Literature Spring 2025 [Conway]

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 23:57:28 -0400

Discussion 11My thesis is that fairy tales often benefit children early in their lives by inspiring […]

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Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:35:53 -0400

I completely agree because context is everything. Literature, like history, isn’t meant to be comfortable; it’s meant to make us think. Censoring language in historical texts risks sanitizing the past, making it easier to ignore the harsh realities that shaped our world. By keeping these works intact, we create opportunities for discussion, lea…[Read more]

In reply to - Heather H wrote a new blog post Week 9 Discussion Post Heather Hansen in the group ENG 201: Introduction to Literature Spring 2025 [Conway] Week 9 Discussion Post Heather HansenI believe in the freedom of speech […]

Wesley Deheer-Graham wrote a new blog post Wesley Graham Discussion 9 in the group ENG 201: Introduction to Literature Spring 2025 [Conway]

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:29:26 -0400

Wesley Graham Discussion 9I think literary texts should keep their original language, even if it includes offensive […]

Wesley Deheer-Graham posted a new activity comment

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 01:53:13 -0500

I really like how you focused on Sylvia’s personal growth and not just the economic themes. Her shift in perspective is subtle but impactful, and you framed it very well, I think. The toy store visit isn’t just about inequality, but it’s a turning point for Sylvia, even if she doesn’t fully process it yet. I also agree with your point about t…[Read more]

In reply to - Fatim Sidibe wrote a new blog post Fatim Sidibe, Discussion#4 in the group ENG 201: Introduction to Literature Spring 2025 [Conway] Fatim Sidibe, Discussion#4In Toni Cade Bambara’s “The Lesson,” there’s so much mo […]

Wesley Deheer-Graham wrote a new blog post Wesley Graham Discussion 4 in the group ENG 201: Introduction to Literature Spring 2025 [Conway]

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 01:46:46 -0500

Wesley Graham Discussion 4In “The Lesson” by Toni Cade Bambara, beyond the clear social issues of economic disparity, […]

Wesley Deheer-Graham posted a new activity comment

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 02:18:57 -0500

You did a great job summarizing the prewriting assignment and its purpose. Your explanation clearly outlines the steps, from reading the story and analysis to reviewing the PowerPoints and videos on thesis statements, quotations, formatting, and MLA citations. Evaluating the student sample essay using these guidelines is a useful way to apply what…[Read more]

In reply to - brianaliz wrote a new blog post Brianaliz Reyes Discussion 1 in the group ENG 201: Introduction to Literature Spring 2025 [Conway] Brianaliz Reyes Discussion 1The purpose of the prewriting assignment is to analyze […]

Wesley Deheer-Graham wrote a new blog post Wesley Deheer-Graham Discussion 2 in the group ENG 201: Introduction to Literature Spring 2025 [Conway]

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 01:39:31 -0500

Wesley Deheer-Graham Discussion 2The goal of the prewriting assignment is to evaluate the student sample essay and determine […]

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