Sometimes we, as readers, lament not visiting the Neverland of our own, and other times we are shocked at Peter’s terrible behavior. However revisiting this familiar tale in its original form at an age slightly beyond Pan’s – mid to late teens, early adulthood, late adulthood – provides a different perspective on Pan’s actions. There is literary magic in Pan’s whimsical character and his eternal youth as he is forever in the heart of a childhood adventure. One of my favorites for this comparative adventure is Peter Pan by J.M. My Library copy of Peter Pan – it has lots of colorful illustrations, making it seem like a quick, easy read. These modern retellings provide an opportunity for teachers and librarians to expose students to the original texts and the authors who masterminded such intricate stories that linger in our canon today. Instead, the students are well versed in the various cinematic adaptations, particularly those of the Disney animated variety. but have not read them in their original format. I find that most of my students are familiar with the stories of Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Alice in Wonderland, etc. Recently, there has been a surge of fairy-tale retellings in YA literature, and I think it offers an excellent opportunity for students to explore the originals. Big Ben, London, England – taken on a side trip to London during my Gilder-Lehrman Summer Teacher Seminar in 2014
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