Parable of the Sower Lesson Plan

The Acorn Manifesto

Kind of Activity:

Collaborative Writing

Objective:

Students will imagine life as it takes place after the end of the novel.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.2

Structure:

At the end of the novel, at last Lauren and her group have found a place to call home. Now, however, begins the work of actually establishing Acorn and developing a thriving community.

Divide students into groups of 3-4. Each group will come up with a "manifesto" for the community of Acorn. This should include a list of rules that all members must follow, as well as detailed information on the various jobs that will need to be done in order to ensure Acorn's...