Heart of Darkness Lesson Plan

Going to the Congo

Kind of Activity:

Group Discussion

Objective:

Students will be able to understand the perspective of Marlow's narration and mimic his style in their own writing.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.R.4, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.R.6, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.W.7, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.W.8, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.SL.4

Structure:

Pick a scenario from the section, and ask students what they would have done if they were Marlow. Brainstorm as a class.

After students are comfortable brainstorming, start to introduce other characters. You may say, "What about the station master?" After students have discussed a few other characters, ask them to pick...