Richard Matheson's "Button, Button" Press A Button & Someone Somewhere Will Die
A Short Story Study and Interactive Reading of Richard Matheson's "Button, Button"
Mrs. McCartney
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(26)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursClass Experience
What if you were told that you could make a fortune just by pushing a button on a box? But pressing this button will cause the death of someone somewhere in the world . . . someone you did not know. Would you push the button? Students will read and comprehend Matheson's tale of greed and temptation. Learners will discuss the story and discuss why this plot is timeless. Literary elements such as foreshadowing and irony will be highlighted. This class is scheduled for one hour, but the time may be extended based on the pace of the reading. It is important to me that students walk away confident in what they have learned. For this reason, I will not rush the students during the learning process. I also provide a worksheet with links that extend the learning process beyond the classroom.
Learning Goals
Students will read and comprehend Matheson's famous story. Learners will discuss the story and discuss why this plot is timeless. Literary elements such as foreshadowing and irony will be highlighted.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
In this story a character faces a moral dilemma. They must decide if money could motivate them to press a button that will lead to the death of someone they do not know. This is mature content and can be upsetting to younger or sensitive learners.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a middle school teacher in the state of NJ. I am certified to teach ELA to all grades. I have a specialty certification in both Middle School and High School English. I have successfully taught this story for over 10 years. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
3-6 learners per class
