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Grade Range: 8 - 11
This site is a great source of information about the novel and character of <i>Frankenstein</i> by Mary Shelley. Although the site is not highly interactive, there is A LOT of information and interesting photos. rnrnDivided into four parts, "The Birth of Frankenstein," "The Celluloid Monster," "Promise and Peril," and "The Modern Prometheus," this offers photographs as well as passages from the book to correspond with the photos. The way it is presented makes dealing with the language of this interesting story easier for students to understand by coupling it with pictures.rnrnThis site goes well beyond the "story" and examines the history behind the novel, more recent history that is related to the novel (such as cloning), and the science behind many subjects. This interesting look at <i>Frankenstein</i> does a great job correlating literature, history, and science.
In the Classroom
Students could be divided into groups to explore the different parts of the website and then report and compare their findings. Why not have the groups prepare a multi-media presentation. For example, have students create or find (with permission) a photo of Frankenstein or a topic discussed at this site, and use UtellStory, <a href="/single.cfm?id=14414">reviewed here</a>, to narrate and add text the photo with what they have learned through researching this site.
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