Grade 7: From Novel to Trial
Reflecting on the classic American novel, Of Mice and Men, Graland seventh graders stepped into the shoes of the book’s characters and held a mock trial to determine the fate of George, accused of killing his best friend. Re-enacting the court scene was a way to review the novel and prompt thoughtful discussion of the dominant themes, including friendship, achieving the American Dream and human existence.
Reflecting on the classic American novel, Of Mice and Men, Graland seventh graders stepped into the shoes of the book’s characters and held a mock trial to determine the fate of George, accused of killing his best friend. Re-enacting the court scene was a way to review the novel and prompt thoughtful discussion of the dominant themes, including friendship, achieving the American Dream and human existence.
Students played the roles of judge, prosecuting attorney, defense attorney, witnesses, bailiff and jurors as they wrestled with whether the taking of another’s life is ever justified and what the punishment should be, according to teacher Barbara Acker.
Students played the roles of judge, prosecuting attorney, defense attorney, witnesses, bailiff and jurors as they wrestled with whether the taking of another’s life is ever justified and what the punishment should be, according to teacher Barbara Acker.
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Graland Country Day School
Graland Country Day School is a private school in Denver, Colorado, serving students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Founded in Denver in 1927, Graland incorporates a rich, experiential learning approach in a traditional classroom setting, emphasizing the development of globally and socially conscious leaders who excel academically.
