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Pbs: Science Fiction and Fantasy as Serious Literature: Ursula K. Le Guin Instructional VideoPbs: Science Fiction and Fantasy as Serious Literature: Ursula K. Le Guin Instructional Video
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Pbs: Science Fiction and Fantasy as Serious Literature: Ursula K. Le Guin

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Learn how science fiction and fantasy transformed over time from a marginalized genre into prestige literature in this video [1:37] from the American Masters film Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin. Renowned writer Ursula K. Le Guin helped to bring science fiction and fantasy into the literary mainstream and prove its value as a way to "train the imagination." Support materials include discussion questions, vocabulary, and teaching tips to encourage students to explore the vast offerings of science fiction and fantasy literature.

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fantasy, science fiction

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"earthsea" fantasy series, pbs learningmedia, ursula k. le guin, mainstream literature
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Grade
9th - 10th
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English Language Arts
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Instructional Videos
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For Administrator Use
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Independent Practice
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0L

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