Title
Modeling the Works of Dr. Seuss to Create a Politically Relevant Children's Story
Date of Award
6-1-2012
Document Type
Undergraduate Capstone Project
Degree Name
Master of Liberal Studies
Organizational Unit
University College, Arts and Culture Management
Disciplines
Liberal Studies
First Advisor
Jennifer Zukowski Boughn
Keywords
Dr. Seuss, The Lorax, Satire, Children's story, Occupy wall street, US economy
Abstract
This capstone project is a creative writing piece focusing on the Occupy Wall Street movement. Following a foundational piece and reflective piece, this project consummates in a children's story comprised of lyric verse entitled The Meneez, modeled after the works of Dr. Seuss, most notably The Lorax. The Meneez is designed to introduce a young audience to the basic concepts and key players of the Occupy Wall Street movement.
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Recommended Citation
Semerod, Paula B., "Modeling the Works of Dr. Seuss to Create a Politically Relevant Children's Story" (2012). University College: Arts and Culture Management Capstones. 78.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/ucol_mals/78