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Which subject	English as second
What topic	Animal Farm by George Orwell
What length (min)	40
What age group	Year or Grade 8
Class size	7
What curriculum	Uk Curriculum
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Check previous homework
Ask some students to presents their homework
Add a physical break
Add group activities
Include homework
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Number of slides	15
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Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments

Lesson plan

Objectives

• To understand the key themes and characters of Animal Farm
• To analyze the use of allegory in the novel
• To develop critical thinking and analysis skills related to literature

Materials

• Copies of Animal Farm by George Orwell for each student
• Whiteboard and markers
• Handouts for group activity
• Homework assignment sheet
• Timer

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Animal Farm	5 minutes	Teacher introduces the book and the context in which it was written
2	Individual Reading	10 minutes	Students read Chapter 1 individually and take notes on the main characters and events
3	Group Activity	10 minutes	Students work in groups to create a mind map of the events and characters in Chapter 1
4	Discussion of Chapter 1	5 minutes	Teacher leads a discussion of Chapter 1, focusing on the use of allegory and the themes introduced
5	Individual Reading of Chapter 2	5 minutes	Students read Chapter 2 individually and take notes on the new characters and events
6	Analysis of Character Development	5 minutes	Teacher leads a discussion of the development of the characters introduced in Chapter 2
7	Individual Reading of Chapter 3	5 minutes	Students read Chapter 3 individually and take notes on the new events and themes introduced
8	Classroom Discussion of Chapter 3	5 minutes	Teacher leads a discussion of the events and themes introduced in Chapter 3
9	Homework Assignment	5 minutes	Teacher assigns homework related to Chapter 1-3, to be checked in the next lesson without presentations
10	Wrap-up and Review	5 minutes	Teacher reviews the key themes and events introduced in Chapters 1-3, and previews the next lesson
	Total Lesson Time	40 minutes

Homework

• Read Chapters 4-6 of Animal Farm and complete the assigned questions in writing.

Lesson script

Introduction to Animal Farm

• Hi class, today we will be starting a new book, Animal Farm by George Orwell.
• This book is a political allegory that was written in 1945 and is a commentary on political power and corruption.
• Before we begin, does anyone know what an allegory is? (pause for student response)
• Great, an allegory is a story or poem that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.
• (Write Agenda on the board)
• Here is our agenda for today. (point to board)

Individual Reading

• Please take out your copy of Animal Farm and turn to Chapter 1.
• You will have 10 minutes to read this chapter on your own.
• While you read, jot down any notes on the main characters and events.
• Make sure to pay attention to any elements of the story that could be symbolic or allegorical.

Group Activity

• Now we will work in groups to create a mind map of the events and characters in Chapter 1.
• Each group will have a handout to help guide your mind mapping process.
• You will have 10 minutes to complete this activity.

Discussion of Chapter 1

• Let's come back together as a class to discuss Chapter 1.
• What did you notice about the characters and events that you read about? (pause for student response)
• What sort of themes and ideas did you notice throughout the chapter? (pause for student response)
• Does anyone want to share any symbols or allegorical elements that they noticed? (pause for student response)

Individual Reading of Chapter 2

• Please turn to Chapter 2 in your book.
• You will have 5 minutes to read this chapter individually and take notes on any new characters and events.

Analysis of Character Development

• Now that we have read Chapter 2, let's discuss the development of the characters introduced in this chapter.
• What sort of character traits did you notice? (pause for student response)
• How did the characters from Chapter 1 change or develop in this chapter? (pause for student response)

Individual Reading of Chapter 3

• Please turn to Chapter 3 in your book.
• You will have 5 minutes to read this chapter individually and take notes on any new events or themes introduced.

Classroom Discussion of Chapter 3

• Let's come back together as a class to discuss the events and themes introduced in Chapter 3.
• What sort of events did you notice? (pause for student response)
• What ideas or themes do you think Orwell was trying to convey in this chapter? (pause for student response)

Homework Assignment

• For homework tonight, please read Chapters 4-6 of Animal Farm and complete the assigned questions in writing.
• These questions will help you analyze the themes and events we have discussed in class today.
• We will check the homework in the next lesson without presentations.

Wrap-up and Review

• Before we end for today, let's review the key themes and events we have discussed in Chapters 1-3.
• (Review key themes and events from Chapters 1-3)
• In our next lesson, we will continue reading and analyzing Animal Farm.
• Thank you for your hard work today, and I look forward to seeing you next class!

Slides

Slides

| --- | --- | --- | | 1 | {Image: Cover of Animal Farm} | Introduction to Animal Farm | | 2 | {Image: Open book} | Individual Reading of Chapter 1 | | 3 | {Image: Group of students working together} | Group Activity: Mind Mapping of Chapter 1 | | 4 | {Image: Class discussion} | Discussion of Chapter 1 | | 5 | {Image: Open book} | Individual Reading of Chapter 2 | | 6 | {Image: Character chart} | Analysis of Character Development in Chapter 2 | | 7 | {Image: Open book} | Individual Reading of Chapter 3 | | 8 | {Image: Class discussion} | Classroom Discussion of Chapter 3 | | 9 | {Image: Homework} | Homework Assignment: Read Chapters 4-6 and Complete Questions | | 10 | {Image: Review} | Wrap-up and Review of Key Themes and Events from Chapters 1-3 |

Homework

1. Who are the new characters introduced in Chapter 4, and what is their role in the story?
2. How does Napoleon's character change throughout these chapters?
3. What are some examples of propaganda that are used to manipulate the animals' beliefs in Chapter 5?
4. Describe the Battle of Cowshed in Chapter 4. What is its significance to the story?
5. In Chapter 6, what role does the character Benjamin play in the story?

Correct Answers

1. The new characters introduced in Chapter 4 are Muriel, Benjamin, and Moses. Muriel is a white goat who is highly literate and often reads the commandments to the other animals. Benjamin is a donkey who is stubborn and cynical but is also highly intelligent. Moses is a raven who preaches about Sugarcandy Mountain and represents religion.
2. Napoleon's character becomes more authoritarian and self-serving throughout these chapters. He begins to prioritize his own power and luxury over the well-being of the other animals.
3. Some examples of propaganda in Chapter 5 include the repeated use of slogans like "Napoleon is always right" and "four legs good, two legs bad." The animals are also fed false information about Snowball's activities and are told that he is an enemy of the farm.
4. The Battle of Cowshed is a conflict in which the animals successfully defend their farm from human invaders. Its significance is that it solidifies the animals' belief in their own abilities to govern themselves and strengthens the power of the pigs, who led the defense.
5. Benjamin is a cynical and uninterested character who serves as a foil to the enthusiasm and emotion of the other animals. He is skeptical of the revolution and offers a pessimistic perspective on its likely outcome.

Printables

| --- | --- | | What is Animal Farm? | | | What is an allegory? | | | What is the political commentary in Animal Farm? | | | What is the agenda for today's lesson? | | | What is the purpose of individual reading in Chapter 1 and 2? | | | What is the purpose of group activity in Chapter 1? | | | What is the purpose of analyzing character development in Chapter 2? | | | What is the homework assignment? | | | What key themes and events were discussed in Chapters 1-3? | |

Backup questions

1. Imagine that a new animal character is added to the story, what kind of animal would it be and why?

2. If you were in charge of organizing an Animal Farm protest, what would be your message and how would you get everyone involved?

3. Create a dialogue between two of the animal characters in Animal Farm discussing their thoughts on the current state of the farm.

4. If you could overthrow one leader in Animal Farm and elect a new one, who would you choose and why?

5. Describe what you think Animal Farm would look like if it were a utopia.

Lesson 1: "Understanding Allegory and Symbolism"

1. Why do authors use allegories in literature?

2. If you were writing an allegory, what message would you want to convey?

3. Can you think of any real-life events or situations that could be seen as allegorical?

4. How does symbolism add meaning to a story?

5. What symbol from Animal Farm stood out to you the most and why?

Lesson 2: "Analyzing Characters in Animal Farm"

1. If you could be any character from Animal Farm, who would you choose and why?

2. How do the characters change throughout the story?

3. What motivates the characters in Animal Farm?

4. Which character do you think holds the most power on the farm and why?

5. If you could give advice to one character in Animal Farm, who would it be and what would you say?

Lesson 3: "Themes in Animal Farm"

1. Why do you think George Orwell wrote Animal Farm?

2. How do the themes in Animal Farm relate to modern society?

3. Can you think of any other works of literature that share similar themes as Animal Farm?

4. Why is it important to discuss political themes in literature?

5. What is the message of Animal Farm and how does it relate to today's society?

Lesson 4: "Creating Your Own Animal Farm Character"

1. What kind of animal would your character be and why?

2. What motivates your character?

3. What role would your character play in the story?

4. If your character had to make a tough decision, what would it be and why?

5. How does your character fit into the themes of Animal Farm?

Lesson 5: "The Power of Propaganda in Animal Farm"

1. What is propaganda and how is it used in Animal Farm?

2. Who is in charge of creating propaganda on the farm and why?

3. Can you think of any examples of propaganda being used in modern society?

4. How does propaganda affect the animals in Animal Farm?

5. If you were an animal on the farm, how would you react to propaganda being used against you?