Literary conflicts are another major element often taught during ELA units. Building on prior knowledge to achieve mastery level with our students is important. An excellent way to focus on the various types of literary conflict is by creating a storyboard. As students read Bud, Not Buddy, have them choose an example of each literary conflict and depict it using the storyboard creator!
One conflict is between Bud and the orphanage: Bud was placed in an unfit foster home.
Another conflict is between Bud and the Amoses: Todd physically attacked Bud while he was sleeping, and Mr. and Mrs. Amos locked Bud in the shed overnight.
The last conflict is between Bud and Mr. Calloway. Bud confronts Mr. Calloway and identifies him as his father, but Mr. Calloway wants nothing to do with Bud and barely acknowledges him.
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Student Instructions
Create a storyboard that shows at least three forms of literary conflict in Bud, Not Buddy.
Teachers should find out the simplest way to provide the definition of the concept. They should use simple language and relate to real-life scenarios that students take an interest in.
Teachers can use visual aids like pictures, charts, or graphic organizers to illustrate the various sorts of conflict (such as person vs person, person vs self, and person vs society). For students in special education, visuals can help make abstract ideas more apparent and approachable.
Teachers can provide a safe and comfortable environment for students where they are not scared or embarrassed to ask questions and can easily carry out discussions with their class fellows.
Organize multi-sensory activities around the concept where each student can focus on what they can do best and no one feels left out. This way they will be able to get a better understanding of the concept. Activities such as role-playing, drawing, and writing work the best.
The internal struggle between self and others has a big influence on Bud's path. Bud struggles with finding his own identity since he faced abandonment in the past. He is motivated by this tension to look for solutions and to discover his father.
As Bud navigates a racially separated world during the Great Depression, the tension of character vs. Society develops throughout the entire narrative. He deals with prejudice and discrimination, which affects his interaction with and perspective of other people and the decisions he makes.
The story's tensions support the themes of resiliency, family, and identity. Bud's quest to locate his father while navigating the difficulties of the Great Depression demonstrates his tenacity and fortitude. The disputes also provided insight into the significance of belonging and the effect that bias in society has on people.
In order for Bud to grow as a person, disputes should be resolved. Each battle he encounters advances his development and broadens his perspective on the world. He develops resilience and shapes his identity as a result of overcoming these difficulties.