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In the exceptionally short time period of 2 weeks, this unit will follow the development of the
characters in Catcher in the Rye by JD Salinger. Using the characters in the novel, students will
evaluate various conflicts with nature when it comes to growing up, as well as natural conflicts
in the field of psychology. Through a cross-curricular examination of elements provided by the
psychology departments, students will attempt to draw conclusions about the characters state of
mind, mental health, and developmental process as they are portrayed in the novel. Further,
through these explorations and a context discovery, the students will draw conclusions about why
Catcher was considered to be a Taboo novel of its age. Assessments will be provided through
abstract in-class projects called Think Tanks wherein the students comfort zones will be
somewhat violated through the removal of every day dependencies such as speech, choice,
guidance, technology and companionship. Ultimately, these assessments along with several
writing assignments will answer the following essential questions:
Accommodations
Reading:
1. Each of these materials have associated audio book versions that are available to the
students.
2. Students may be guided individually in their developing comprehension of the texts
Writing:
1. Appropriate accommodations will be made for progressive idea development and
sophistication of writing.
2. Graphic organizers and/or guided planners are available for student use during the writing
process.
Speaking:
1. All students are invited to utilize media and technology or other visual cues to assist them
in the presentation of their written works.
2. Alternatively, students requiring accommodation may be prompted through guided
questioning during verbal presentations of idea development