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September 1, 2011 “Flowers for Algernon”

This lesson focuses on the literary elements of plot using "Flowers for Algernon" as a case study. Students will engage in defining key elements such as exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. Through group discussions and creative activities, students will create a plot sequence flow map and compare the character development of Charlie before and after his operation. The session encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and personal reflection regarding themes of intelligence and popularity.

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September 1, 2011 “Flowers for Algernon”

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  1. Take out ISN and Literature Book September 1, 2011“Flowers for Algernon”

  2. Continue Literature Terms on page 2 Plot • The series of related events that make up a story

  3. Plot elements • Exposition (Introduction): Beginning that sets up the story. It introduces the characters and the setting. • Setting- Where and when the story takes place. • Rising action- events that develop the problem or conflict and lead to the climax. • Climax: The height of the action, also called the turning point • Falling action- events that resolve the problem and lead to resolution. • Resolution- how the conflict was solved.

  4. Climax Rising Action Rising Action Rising Action Resolution Falling Action Exposition

  5. Rap????? • In your small group, highlight the literature terms and definitions we have covered so far • Practice your lines for a class rap!

  6. “Flowers for Algernon” pg 45 • Continue reading

  7. Create Plot Sequence Flow Map in your ISN on page 4 Predicted Event Predicted Event Event Event Predicted Event

  8. September 2, 2011 • Do Now: • Take out ISN • Take out Literature Book • Trash Discussion…..

  9. Warm up! • With your small group, discuss the three predictions you made about what will happen next in “Flowers for Algernon” • Each group add one event to the white board

  10. Continuing “Flowers” pg. 51???

  11. Double Bubble • In your ISN on page 4, add a Double Bubble Map • How has Charlie changed from the operation? How has he stayed the same? New Charlie Old Charlie

  12. Exit Ticket • Look back to your warm-up about popularity vs. intelligence • Have your opinions changed? Relate this to “Flowers” • Write a five sentence response on a half sheet of paper

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