Unit 1: The Power of Choice
In this unit, students will use the anchor text, The Giver, by Lois Lowry, to consider the role of how the individual influences society and how the element of choice can impact a community. Students will understand different points of view when considering choices characters and people make in relation to their community. Students will be able to make informed decisions regarding choice and individuality and argue and support their point of view.
By the end of this unit, students will be able to write an argument in response to the following prompt:
In the Giver, many characters in the novel view individuality and society differently. Think about the point of view of the Elders, Jonas and the Giver in relation to the choice they make regarding whether to maintain their individuality or to conform to the beliefs of the community for the benefit of the society as a whole. Which point of view do you most agree with? Is it better to maintain your individuality or to conform for the greater good of the community?
Write an argument defending your position on the role of choice in society. Support your argument with evidence from the text, citing specific examples from the point of view of the Elders, Jonas or the Giver. Be sure to introduce your claim clearly, organize your evidence and reasons clearly in order to demonstrate understanding of the text.
By the end of this unit, students will be able to write an argument in response to the following prompt:
In the Giver, many characters in the novel view individuality and society differently. Think about the point of view of the Elders, Jonas and the Giver in relation to the choice they make regarding whether to maintain their individuality or to conform to the beliefs of the community for the benefit of the society as a whole. Which point of view do you most agree with? Is it better to maintain your individuality or to conform for the greater good of the community?
Write an argument defending your position on the role of choice in society. Support your argument with evidence from the text, citing specific examples from the point of view of the Elders, Jonas or the Giver. Be sure to introduce your claim clearly, organize your evidence and reasons clearly in order to demonstrate understanding of the text.