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Forever Young
Last updated Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Author: Bob Dylan
Illustrator: Paul Rogers
Date of Publication: 2008
ISBN: 1416958088
Grade Level: 1st (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Mar. 2022
Synopsis:
Since it first appeared on the 1974 album Planet Waves, "Forever Young" has been one of Bob Dylan's most beloved songs. Now award-winning artist Paul Rogers gives us a new interpretation of the lyrics. With images inspired by classic Dylan songs and pieces of his life, this is a bold and touching tribute to an anthem whose message will always stay forever young.
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Bob Dylan is a singer and songwriter. He wrote this song as a poem for his son.
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| Discussion topics for before reading: |
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Do You like music? What is your favorite music?
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Have you ever learned from music?
Vocabulary:
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Rung- Place for feet to climb ladder
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Courageous- Strong when facing tough times
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Righteous- Doing right thing being honest
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Foundation- Your beliefs
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Everyone has a ladder to climb in life. What words did you think were important in the book?
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