The Course
Between packed schedules, heavy themes, and students who swear they “totally read it,” teaching To Kill a Mockingbird can feel like a losing battle. How do you make an old book about a small-town trial hit home for kids who live on TikTok? How do you tackle race, justice, and empathy in a way that actually gets them thinking? And let’s be real—who has time to reinvent the wheel?
That’s where this course comes in. The student-facing video series delivers high-energy, no-fluff summaries and analysis that don’t just explain the book—they make it fun, relevant, and impossible to ignore. With humor, smart insights, and real-world connections, these videos get students to actually care about Scout, Atticus, and the world of Maycomb. We break down the big ideas, highlight what matters, and make sure To Kill a Mockingbird isn’t just another book they have to get through—it’s a story that sticks.
The Unit
At its core, To Kill a Mockingbird isn’t just a courtroom drama—it’s a story about justice, race, equality, and the true meaning of courage. It challenges students to wrestle with hard questions: What does it mean to stand up for what’s right? How do we recognize injustice in our own time? And what do we owe each other as human beings? This unit gives teachers the tools to turn these big ideas into meaningful discussions that stick with students long after they finish the book.
Packed with lesson plans, adaptable activities, writing prompts, and assessments, this unit helps teachers bring Scout’s world to life while making space for deep reflection and critical thinking. Students will analyze characters, debate moral dilemmas, and connect the novel to real-world issues—all with a clear structure that keeps engagement high and prep time low. This isn’t just about teaching To Kill a Mockingbird—it’s about giving students an experience that matters.
Curriculum
- Chapter 1: Southern Gothic Starter Pack (14:07)
- Chapters 2-3: Bad Teachers and Syrup Baths (12:24)
- Chapters 4-6: Adventures in Poor Decisions (11:59)
- Chapters 7-8: Fire and Ice (and Boo) (13:41)
- Chapter 9: Cousin-Punching 101 (11:02)
- Chapters 10-11: Guns and Grudges (16:45)
- Chapters 12-13: Holy Surprises (13:23)
- Chapters 14-15: Mob Mentality and Oblivious Children (15:45)
- Chapters 16-17: Court Lies and Lineups (15:20)
- Chapters 18-19: Mayella’s Meltdown (16:02)
- Chapters 20-22: Hope and Heartbreak (10:07)
- Chapters 23-25: When Justice Sleeps (14:00)
- Chapters 26-27: Trouble a Brewin' (13:14)
- Chapters 28-31: Heroes and Haunts (19:36)