1. Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 February 18/19

2. Do Now – 5 Min 1.What is a bindlestiff? 2.What dream is shared between George and Lennie? 3.During what time period and in which state does our story occur? 4.Our protagonists are what type of workers?

3. What makes a good friend? Discuss With Your Group List these Qualities on the Whiteboard (Minimum of 5) Circle The 3 Most Important Qualities

4. SSR – 20 Minutes Of Mice & Men Chapter 2 P. 17-27 Write Down Page Numbers where you see evidence of George & Lennie’s friendship. After Reading: Return to those pages and write down 3 things you noticed about their relationship What is rumored to be inside Curley’s glove?

5. Reading Break – 5 Min Discuss: Are George and Lennie in a volatile friendship? Is George looking out for Lennie or himself? Use text evidence to support your claims. Use details from the text to support your response.

6. SSR – 20 Minutes Of Mice & Men Chapter 2 P. 28-37 As You Read: Write down page numbers that feature Curley’s Wife EXIT: Describe Curley’s wife based on the evidence suggested by her relationship with Curley and the other men.