Of Mice and Men - Immigration

Welcome: Of Mice and Men - Immigration
Description: Students will research the historical context of John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men. They will compare the background of Of Mice and Men to the many stories of immigrants in the United States (in their search of better lives, migrant working). Their quest will culminate in having to create a diary of their voyages as migrant workers during the Great Depression.
Grade Level: 9-12
Curriculum: English / Language Arts
Keywords: John Steinbeck, Immigration, Migrant Workers, George, Lennie, English, Historical Context
Author(s): Caira Wilson