A Thought-Provoking Journey through Classic Dystopian Literature
Embark on a captivating educational journey with our 14-lesson scheme, “Navigating Dystopias,” designed exclusively for secondary education. This comprehensive program delves into the thought-provoking world of dystopian fiction, featuring five seminal works that have shaped the genre:
“Harrison Bergeron” by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.
“The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson
“The Pedestrian” by Ray Bradbury
“The Test” by Theodore Thomas
“Examination Day” by Henry Slesar
Educational Objectives:
Students will engage in analysis of thematic elements, character development, and socio-political commentary embedded within each story.
Our scheme encourages students to draw parallels and contrasts between the different dystopian worlds, fostering a nuanced understanding of the genre.
Engaging Content: Dystopian fiction resonates with young minds, sparking their imagination and prompting meaningful discussions about society, governance, and individual freedoms.
Includes:
14 lessons of PowerPoints
5 Dystopian Stories Booklet
One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify.
Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions.
Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary.
Includes:
An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 6.6. Reading Age: 11-13 Years)
Engaging topic: How we can stop global warming
Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4)
Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity)
Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques
10 comprehension questions with answers
Activity leading towards an extended analysis
Can be amended for one lesson or more
One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify.
Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions.
Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary.
Includes:
An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 9.2. Reading Age: 14-15)
Engaging topic: Benefits of gaming
Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4)
Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity)
Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques
10 comprehension questions with answers
Activity leading towards an extended analysis
Can be amended for one lesson or more
One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify.
Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions.
Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary.
Includes:
An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 7.8. Reading age: 12-14)
Engaging topic: Should we spend money to send people to Mars?
Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4)
Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity)
Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques
10 comprehension questions with answers
Activity leading towards an extended analysis
Can be amended for one lesson or more
All you need to help pupils read and analyse the first chapter of Lewis Carroll’s ‘Alice in Wonderland’.
Can be adjusted for one lesson, or used over a shorter scheme of learning.
PowerPoint includes:
Overview of novel
Tricky language activity
10 comprehension questions
Language techniques activity
Mapping Wonderland activity
Creative writing and non-fiction writing activities
List of more possible activities
PDF includes:
Copy of Chapter one
Tricky vocabulary activity
10 Comprehension questions and answers
Language techniques activity
Mapping Wonderland activity
Wonderland Word Search