90+ mins
pack includes: Lesson Plan, worksheets.

Delve into the captivating world of Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray” with this immersive lesson plan designed for high school classrooms. Through a blend of literary analysis, historical context, and thematic exploration, students will uncover the novel’s timeless themes and its significance in the context of Victorian society.

• Introduction to Oscar Wilde: A biographical overview of Oscar Wilde’s life, focusing on his literary contributions, his role in the Aesthetic Movement, and the societal context of late 19th-century England.

• Historical and Social Context: Examination of Victorian attitudes towards art, beauty, morality, and the repression of individual desires, with a focus on how these themes are reflected in the novel.

Immerse your students in the fascinating world of Oscar Wilde’s masterpiece.