Description
This comprehensive novel study for Scythe by Scythe is a complete eight-week instructional unit designed to eliminate the stress of planning while delivering rigorous, engaging, and meaningful instruction. Ideal for middle and high school classrooms, this resource provides a cohesive structure that guides students through the novel while building strong comprehension, analysis, and critical thinking skills.
This Unit Plan Bundle includes a detailed teacher guide with estimated reading times for every chapter as well as an example unit schedule and pacing guide, making long-term planning simple and manageable. Lessons may be purchased individually, or you may save by selecting the full bundle for a complete start-to-finish solution.
Students will explore the novel through a variety of scaffolded and engaging activities, including
(1) Teacher Schedule and Pacing Guide
(2) Scythe Before Reading Lesson
(3) Scythe Vocabulary by Chapter
(4) Scythe Reading Questions for Every Chapter
(5) Scythe Quizzes by Part
(6) Scythe Character Analysis Posters
(7) Scythe Patron Historic Project
(8) Scythe Literary Analysis
(9) Scythe Movie Analysis
(10) Scythe One Pager Project
(11) Scythe Digital Escape Room
(12) Scythe Final Test
Scythe has been recognized by Time Magazine as one of the top 100 best young adult novels of all time, making it an excellent anchor text for deeper discussions on morality, power, and humanity. This unit is thoughtfully designed to balance academic rigor with student engagement while providing teachers with clear guidance and flexible implementation options.
Please note that Scythe contains themes of death and violence, and this resource is recommended for mature readers with appropriate instructional support.