Ever feel like your class is in a tug-of-war with your soul?

These "Popular Mechanics" lesson plans will help with the struggle.

The "Popular Mechanics" Teaching Guide contains lesson plans, graphic organizer handouts with answer keys, essay rubrics, a summary and analysis of the story, discussion ideas, a quiz, and more.

The following lesson plans include handouts and answer keys:

• Realism in Literature
• Point of View
• Understanding Conflict 
• Characterization
• Symbolism
• Creative/Persuasive Writing Handout with Assignment Specific Rubric
• Analyzing Theme
• Understanding Point of View and Narrative Writing
• Quiz with Answer Key: 10 Multiple Choice Questions and Essay Questions with Organizational Helps

Recommended Unit Length: 5-7 Days

Recommended Grade Level: High School, Middle School, Home School

Recommended Student Level: All (Lessons can be easily scaled for differentiation)