This term, our year 8 AG English students are diving into a captivating dystopian novel.
Students will hone their literary analysis skills, exploring the conventions of the genre and revisiting key literary techniques.
Through close reading, they’ll learn to appreciate the text’s nuances and themes.
This study will encourage critical thinking about our current society, questioning existing structures and norms.
By immersing themselves in dystopian scenarios, students will develop empathy for marginalised experiences, broadening their worldview.
The unit culminates in an essay workshop, where students will master the art of crafting analytical essays.
This comprehensive approach aims to deepen their understanding of literature while fostering critical analysis skills applicable beyond the classroom.