Welcome to Green Gables: An Anne Adventure!

Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of Anne Shirley! We'll explore Avonlea, meet unforgettable characters, and follow Anne's journey of imagination, mishaps, and finding a place to belong.

This lesson is divided into parts, based on sections of the book. Read the assigned chapters, think about the discussion questions, and then test your knowledge with a short quiz!

Part 1: Arrival in Avonlea (Chapters 1-8)

Reading Assignment: Read Chapters 1 through 8.

Discussion Questions:

• What were your first impressions of Anne? Is she what Marilla and Matthew expected?
• Describe the setting of Green Gables and Avonlea. How does Anne react to it?
• What mistake do Marilla and Matthew realize they've made? How do they decide to handle it?
• Who is Mrs. Rachel Lynde? What is Anne's first interaction with her like? What does this tell you about Anne's personality?
• What does Anne value most in a friend? Who is her first real friend in Avonlea?
• Pick one new vocabulary word from these chapters (e.g., 'scope', 'predicament', 'askance'). Define it and use it in a sentence.

Quiz 1: (Teacher Led - Example Questions)

1. Why did Matthew want to adopt a boy?
2. What color does Anne hate her hair being?
3. Who is Anne's 'bosom friend'?
4. What 'apology' does Anne give Mrs. Lynde?

Part 2: Settling In (Chapters 9-16)

Reading Assignment: Read Chapters 9 through 16.

Discussion Questions:

• How does Anne adjust to life at Green Gables and school in Avonlea?
• Describe Anne's relationship with Marilla. How is it changing?
• Who is Gilbert Blythe? What happens between him and Anne? Why do you think Anne reacts so strongly?
• What are some of Anne's 'scrapes' or imaginative moments in these chapters (e.g., the liniment cake, dying her hair)? What do they reveal about her?
• What is the importance of 'scope for the imagination' to Anne?
• How does Anne's friendship with Diana deepen?

Quiz 2: (Teacher Led - Example Questions)

1. What subject does Anne dislike at school initially?
2. What ingredient does Anne accidentally put in the cake instead of vanilla?
3. What does Anne try to do to her hair? What is the result?
4. Why does Mrs. Barry forbid Diana from playing with Anne?

Part 3: Growing Up (Chapters 17-25)

Reading Assignment: Read Chapters 17 through 25.

Discussion Questions:

• How does Anne save Minnie May's life? What does this event show about her character?
• Describe Anne's experience at her first concert and party. How does she feel about these social events?
• What is the 'Story Club'? What role does imagination play in it?
• How does Anne's relationship with Matthew develop? What special gift does he give her?
• Discuss Anne's academic rivalry with Gilbert. How does it motivate her?
• Think about Anne's temper. Has she learned to control it better? Give examples.

Quiz 3: (Teacher Led - Example Questions)

1. What illness does Minnie May have?
2. What does Matthew buy for Anne that Marilla initially disapproved of?
3. What vow did Anne make regarding Gilbert Blythe?
4. Who are the members of the Story Club?

Part 4: Queen's Academy & Beyond (Chapters 26-38)

Reading Assignment: Read Chapters 26 through 38.

Discussion Questions:

• What does it mean to Anne to go to Queen's Academy? What sacrifices are made for her education?
• How does Anne perform at Queen's? What challenges does she face?
• Describe the changes happening in Avonlea and in Anne's relationships as she gets older.
• What major event happens that changes Anne's plans for the future? How does she respond?
• How does Anne's relationship with Gilbert change by the end of the book?
• What does Anne learn about love, loss, and responsibility in these final chapters?
• Reflect on Anne's journey. How has she changed from the orphan girl who arrived in Avonlea?

Quiz 4: (Teacher Led - Example Questions)

1. What prestigious award does Anne win at Queen's?
2. What career does Anne initially plan to pursue after Queen's?
3. What happens to Matthew towards the end of the book?
4. What decision does Anne make regarding her future at the very end?

Concluding Activity:

Write a short paragraph from the perspective of Marilla Cuthbert OR Diana Barry, reflecting on how Anne has changed their life. Or, draw a map of Avonlea, highlighting key locations from the story (Green Gables, School, Lake of Shining Waters, etc.).