"A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift Satire Mini-Unit | Printable & Digital

Study satire and analyze Jonathan Swift's "A Modest Proposal" in depth with this "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift Satire Mini-unit! Everything you need to teach satire and analyze Swift's famous essay is included.

First, introduce your students to satire and satirical techniques with the included Satire Lesson. You'll use the slideshow, guided notes, exit ticket, and graphic organizer to teach students how satire is created.

Take some time to have fun with your class watching funny clips and examining satire examples.

Then, prepare for "A Modest Proposal" with the "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift Introduction Lesson. Students will learn about Swift, English-Irish relations, power dynamics in Ireland at the time, and more.

Finally, dive into "A Modest Proposal" with a scaffolded version of the text and guiding questions. You can even use the graphic organizer from the included Satire Lesson to analyze how Swift used satirical techniques to make his point.

The bundle-only bonuses will help you put your mini-unit together. The teacher's guide will help you pace out the lessons while the list of satirical techniques in "A Modest Proposal" means you guide your students through the text even easier!

Each lesson can be edited to suit your class's needs better. They can all also be taught in person or remotely!

This "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift Satire Mini-Unit Includes:

• Satire Lesson
• "A Modest Proposal" Introduction Lesson
• "A Modest Proposal" Text & Reading Questions
• Bundle-only Bonuses:
  • Teacher's Guide
  • List of Satirical Techniques throughout "A Modest Proposal"

Please look at the preview prior to purchase to be sure this lesson is right for you and your students.

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