Beginning Lord of the Flies

Why (Why we're doing what we're doing today): Today we want to discover more about the context of Lord of the Flies so that we can examine who Golding was and why he wrote this book. The context will give us a stronger framework through which to view the plot/characters/meaning throughout the book.

How (How we're going to achieve the why): You'll work in groups to explore Golding's life and information related to the concepts we'll cover while reading this book. We'll start reading together so that you have a solid foundation as you go home to read on your own.

What (what exactly we're going to do today; the agenda):

1. Book Love
2. Six Word Memoir Share (half the class)
3. Lord of the Flies Search and Study (You're still responsible for this if you're absent. You'll have to do it on your own, though.)
4. Begin Reading Lord of the Flies Chapter 1 and filling out our note-taking guide together.

Homework:

• Finish reading Lord of the Flies Chapter 1. 
• Stick notes in your book where you find information that will help you answer the Key Questions.
• Stick notes in your book where you see references to any of the symbols/ideas on your bookmark. 
• Regarding Post-its: If you don't have any or honestly believe you cannot get any, please see me after class.
• Fill out the note-taking/discussion guide for our two key questions: 
• How do the boys try to establish order on the island?
• Why can't Jack fulfill his duty as hunter at the end of chapter 1?
• Be prepared to share your six word memoir if you didn't share today.