WNBA's Griner Sentenced to 9 Years in Russian Prison

That's News to Me

Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

In this digital-only lesson featuring content from The Associated Press, students read about the conviction of WNBA's Brittney Griner. Griner was arrested in Russia in February 2022 for having a vape pen and cannabis oil in her luggage. She has now been sentenced to 9 years in prison. This lesson includes comprehension and discussion questions as well as a photo task and a video task.

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Focus

current events
authentic materials
reading
interpretive
productive

Vocabulary

convict
politically charged
interpreter
verdict
justice
pardon
vape cartridge
take the stand
swap
conspiracy
A spinning paper plane