Teacher Guide

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Lesson Plan

Study Objectives

If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:

  1. 1

    Students will be able to examine and discuss elements of the novel in connection to real historical events.

  2. 2

    Students will be able to analyze and discuss, both individually and as a class, the important ideas and themes of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas.

  3. 3

    Students will be able to speak and write with insight about the moral implications of the story and themes in the novel.

  4. 4

    Students will be able to read The Boy in the Striped Pajamas with careful attention to character development, particularly with regard to the characters of Bruno, Gretel,...

Join Now to View Premium Content

GradeSaver provides access to 2368 study guide PDFs and quizzes, 11018 literature essays, 2792 sample college application essays, 926 lesson plans, and ad-free surfing in this premium content, “Members Only” section of the site! Membership includes a 10% discount on all editing orders.

Join Now

Already a member? Log in