How can I build lessons and units that respond to students as creative thinkers and writers? Learn to create high quality conceptual curriculum using essential questions and 21st century skills. Explore the ideas behind a creative new way to teach The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank, which views Anne as a gifted child and writer, integrating active reading skills, thinking like a writer and building an identity as a gifted person and writer, addressing the Curriculum of Identity and Practice. A reading guide that encourages close reading and introspection, book recommendations, interactive multimedia resources is provided.