April: Realistic
Harriet the Spy
Activity #1: (WRITING) Write a short narrative story about a time that
you said something you immediately wished you could have retracted. What
you said may have hurt another person (friend or family member). Begin your
story with a definite setting and character description to ensure that your
readers become involved. Go on to describe what you said, what prompted
you to say it, and how the other person reacted. End your story with the
outcome of this conflict.
Activity #2: (ARTISTIC/MUSICAL) In groups of three, write a ballad that
tells the ups and downs of Harriet Welsh. Include some of her personality
quirks. Set your ballad to a popular tune and perform it for the class.
Activity #3: (DISCUSSION) Ole Golly was more than just a character in
this novel; she functioned as a symbol in Harriet's growth. Discuss what
you think Ole Golly represented and why she was so vital to Harriet's story.
Harriet the Spy by Louise Fitzhugh was published in 1964 by HarperCollins
Inc., NY NY. | 
