Lesson Plan

Maus: Bingo Vacabulary Strategy

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The definitions for unfamiliar words drawn from Art Spiegelman graphic novel memoir, Maus, provide the clues for a vocabulary bingo game. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Provide readers with the vocabulary list which identifies and translates key German and Yiddish words
Classroom Considerations
  • Consider using the Jeopardy game format instead
Pros
  • A low-stress vocabulary activity
Cons
  • The directions are confusing and incomplete