Instructional Video

Frankenstein | The Great American Read

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A top vote-getter for the Great American Read program is Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Find out why the classic tale, adapted into over 50 films and numerous TV shows, has earned its spot on the favorites list.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Show the video after class members have finished the novel and then ask groups to identify and research other scientific experiments that have resulted in monsters
Classroom Considerations
  • One of five PBS resource for Frankenstein
Pros
  • The video explores the ethical and moral questions the novel raises
Cons
  • None