Gothic Conventions mini unit for KS3 English Literature 6 to 7 hours of tasks

This is a mini unit on Gothic conventions, based on extracts from Frankenstein, Dracula and Jane Eyre.

Overall, there are between 6 and 7 hours worth of tasks to introduce students to the concept of Gothic Literature and the conventions within it. Includes Gothic bingo, introduction to conventions (including setting), short extracts for identifying conventions and later symbolism, independent tasks such as planning a Gothic description and identifying author’s word choices. Some creative tasks include drawing their own Gothic castle and their version of the Red Room in Jane Eyre. Link to vampire video with match-up activities and comprehension questions included too.

This unit has been resourced from a combination of my Introduction to Literature Through the Ages scheme of work (also available) and additional tasks created separately.

Fully resourced - slides at the end conveniently together for ease of printing.