This virtual field trip will allow students to experience some of the places and learn about some of the literary devices used in the novel "The Pushcart War" by Jean Merrill.
Pennsylvania Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening Standards
1.3 Reading, Analyzing, and Interpreting Literature
1.3.8. A. Read and understand works of literature
B. Analyze the use of literary elements by an author including characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view, tone and style.
1.7 Characteristics and Functions of the English Language
1.7.8. B. Analyze the role and place of standard American English in speech, writing and literature.