THE PEARL/OF MICE AND MEN

Eleven lessons have students study character and theme, place characters in new circumstances and consider the outcome, and write about dreams—formally or as personal introspection. They also examine communication and communication problems, solve intellectual puzzles, and hold a mock trial. A final lesson examines Steinbeck’s place in literature as a social critic. Grades 9–12. 87 pages.literaturecurriculumunits centerforlearning