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Novel Analysis

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Pupils read the novel, Lord of the Flies, then write an essay analyzing the novel. They analyze, in small groups, characters, plot, setting, style, symbolism, theme, critical responses, and historical influences

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plot elements, plot, story elements, stories, lord of the flies, william golding

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Lord of the Flies Postcard Directions

Livaudais-Baker English Classroom
Readers of Lord of the Flies take on the persona of one of the characters in William Golding's novel and craft a postcard to send home describing their adventures. On one side, they create an image of the island, and on the other, they...
9th English Language Arts
CCSS: Adaptable
Lesson Plan

Lord of the Flies: Outlining and Begin Drafting

Novelinks
Help young writers with the daunting prospect of a five-paragraph essay. Using William Golding's Lord of the Flies, learners work through a short process to shore up their brainstorming and prepare to write a longer essay.
9th - 12th English Language Arts
Study Guide

A Teacher's Guide to Lord of the Flies by William Golding

Penguin Books
Many critics consider William Golding's Lord of the Flies as one of the best English language novels of the 20th century! It is also one of the 100 most challenged books taught in schools! Instructors willing to accept the challenge of...
6th - Higher Ed English Language Arts
PPT

Lord of the Flies: William Golding's Masterpiece

Livaudais-Baker English Classroom
Spoiler Alert! An 18-slide presentation includes information about author William Golding, his experiences reflected in Lord of the Flies, a summary of the story, the political and religious allegorical levels of the novel, and the themes.
9th English Language Arts
CCSS: Adaptable
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Same Setting, Different Moods: Voice and Word Choice Using Lord of the Flies

Curated OER
Whether it's dark, delightful, or somber, set the mood with William Golding's Lord of the Flies. High-schoolers practice descriptive writing by creating the appropriate mood for an original scene, starring one of the book's main...
9th - 10th English Language Arts
Instructional Video

Why Should You Read “Lord of the Flies” by William Golding?

TED-Ed
Lord of the Flies, William Golding's tale of English schoolboys who have crashed and are stranded on a remote island, reflects Golding's view of just how thin the veneer of civilized behavior is. The narrator of a short video argues for...
5 mins 9th - 12th English Language Arts
Unit Plan

Lord of the Flies

Livaudais-Baker English Classroom
Packed with activities, projects, and assessments, first-time instructors and seasoned veterans will find much to like in this overview of a nine-part unit based on William Golding's novel Lord of the Flies.
9th English Language Arts
CCSS: Adaptable
Lesson Plan

Characterization in Lord of the Flies

National Endowment for the Humanities
Readers of  Lord of the Flies hunt down direct and indirect examples of how William Golding brings his characters to life. After instructors guide learners through the process of collecting evidence of these two types of...
6th - 12th English Language Arts
CCSS: Designed
Unit Plan

Homework Online: Lord of the Flies, Chapter Summaries

Other
Read chapter summaries of William Golding's novel, "Lord of the Flies." These summaries each include information about the chapter's plot and comments on the meaning behind Golding's writing.
9th - 10th English Language Arts
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Homework Online: Lord of the Flies, Character Analysis

Other
Brief essays on the major characters in William Golding's novel, "Lord of the Flies." Includes complete descriptions of Ralph, Jack, Piggy, Simon, Samneric (Sam and Eric), Roger, and the Littluns.
9th - 10th English Language Arts
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