The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton

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Description:

S. E. Hinton’s rare insight of adolescent behavior is even more relevant for today’s youth than in 1967, when this realistic, graphic portrayal written from the viewpoint of gang members (and their conflicts with parents, society, and each other) appeared as a new kind of adolescent literature. The story poignantly illustrates class warfare; gang members; and human hopes, frailties, and possibilities.

Activities:

In this unit, students read critically; brainstorm; free write; research; examine what-if situations and role-play; debate; analyze characterization; evaluate case studies of juveniles; study poetry; research; measure the importance of value systems; write a review of the novel; plan a media simulation of an event from the book; examine peer pressure and the structure of gangs.

Lessons feature study guides to improve comprehension. Supplementary materials feature an assessment tool and answer key.

Ethical Values:

Courage, Justice, Loyalty, Respect