Frankenstein Assignments overview:
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Intended for use with the original novel by Mary Shelley
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2-3 focus standards on each assignment
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Each assignment is a one-page handout (ready to print)
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PDF and MS Word files (print as-is or make modifications)
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Helpful graphic organizers and links when appropriate
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A variety of tasks: group work, essays, presentations, performances, projects, etc.
Frankenstein Assignments contents:
Culminating Tasks (11)
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Theme Development in Frankenstein (essay)
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Themes of Frankenstein (presentation)
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The Creature and His Creator (characterization essay)
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Structure and Point of View (informative essay)
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Frankenstein in Context (informative essay)
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Romanticism and Frankenstein (explanatory essay)
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Allusions in Frankenstein (presentation)
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Shelley’s Word Choice (presentation)
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Symbolism in Frankenstein (presentation)
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Analyze Unfamiliar Science Fiction (organizer)
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Imagery in Frankenstein (explanatory essay)
Extension Tasks (18)
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Science Fiction Short Story (creative writing)
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Gothic Tales of Horror (narrative)
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Creating Imagery (creative writing)
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Plan a Frame Tale (organizer)
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Point of View Shift (creative writing)
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Dr. Frankenstein on Trial (debate)
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Science Run Amuck! (opinion essay)
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How Sexist is Frankenstein? (argumentative essay)
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A Monster Monologue (performance)
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Frankenstein Fine Art (exhibition)
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Romantic Poetry Open Mic (performance)
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Frankenstein Adaptation for the Stage or Screen (script)
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Scenes of Ambition (skit)
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Frankenstein Frames (class exhibit)
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Frankenstein’s Context Research Project (presentation)
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Comparing Frankensteins: 1818 vs. 1931 (essay)
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Theories of Personality (research report)
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Read and Share: Science Fiction (presentation)
