Objective
By the end of this lesson, Elijah will have a deeper understanding of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time through engaging activities across various subjects.
Materials and Prep
Materials: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time book
Prep: Familiarize yourself with the storyline and characters of the book.
Activities
1. Art: Create a visual representation of a key scene from the book using any artistic medium of your choice.
2. English: Write a journal entry from the perspective of the main character, Christopher, detailing his thoughts and feelings about a specific event in the story.
3. History: Research the time period in which the book is set and create a timeline of historical events that may have influenced the story.
4. Music: Compose a short piece of music that reflects the mood of a particular chapter in the book.
5. Science: Investigate the concept of autism spectrum disorder, which is a key aspect of the main character, and prepare a short presentation on your findings.
6. Social Studies: Explore how society's perception and treatment of individuals with special needs have evolved over time and discuss how it is portrayed in the book.
Talking Points
- "Let's start by discussing the main character, Christopher. How does his unique perspective influence the way the story is told?"
- "What are some challenges that Christopher faces due to his condition, and how does he overcome them throughout the book?"
- "How does the author use Christopher's voice to convey emotions and experiences in a different way than a typical narrator?"
- "Let's talk about the importance of honesty in the story. How does Christopher's commitment to truth impact the events that unfold?"
- "What do you think the author is trying to convey about the complexities of human relationships through the interactions in the book?"