{"title":"The Maze Runner","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"the-maze-runner-activity-character-name-connections-and-intellectual-allusions","title":"The Maze Runner Activity – Character Name Connections and Intellectual Allusions","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis engaging nonfiction activity for The Maze Runner gives students a meaningful way to explore the real historical figures behind the names of the Gladers in The Maze Runner by James Dashner. This lesson begins with an introduction to the idea presented in Chapter 49 that the characters are named after famous thinkers. Students rotate through a series of short nonfiction biographies at stations around the classroom to connect each famous intellectual to a character from the novel. With presentation slides, nonfiction biography cards, and a notes and reflection organizer, this activity helps students work together to build background knowledge and deepen their understanding of characterization and author’s purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in This Maze Runner Intellectuals Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGladers Names Activity Presentation Slides:\u003c\/strong\u003e This engaging slideshow introduces students to the idea that many of the Gladers in The Maze Runner are named after famous intellectuals and historical figures. The slides include discussion questions, information about the importance of names in literature, and short introductions to each of the intellectuals. The presentation also includes a full class review of the activity section with sample character connections and explanations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eIntellectuals Biographies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students rotate through a series of detailed, student-friendly nonfiction biography stations focused on famous scientists, inventors, leaders, and humanitarians connected to the Gladers’ names. The people included are Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, Thomas Edison, Galileo Galilei, Charles Darwin, Mother Teresa, Benjamin Franklin, and Winston Churchill. Each biography highlights the individual’s accomplishments, personality traits, beliefs, and contributions to history while encouraging students to think critically about how these characteristics may relate to specific Maze Runner characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eCharacter Matching Organizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e As students move through the stations, they complete an organizer where they identify which intellectual connects to each Glader and explain the reasoning behind their choices using evidence from both the biographies and the novel. A complete sample answer key is included to support classroom discussion, review, or assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? 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As they create their apps, students make meaningful connections to key conflicts, characters, and challenges from the novel while thinking creatively about problem-solving and survival. This fun and creative activity encourages students to combine imagination with text-based understanding as they design app names, logos, and features that could actually help the Gladers stay alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Activity - Design Apps for The Glade:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Glade Apps Design Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use this eye-catching template to guide students in creating four original apps that Thomas and the other Gladers could use to survive and solve problems in the Glade. 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This task encourages creative thinking while helping students connect their ideas directly to key challenges and events in the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity can be used at any time, but was designed to be used after reading Chapters 37, when students have a stronger understanding of the challenges and risks in the Glade and are better prepared to create clear solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? 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Using important details from the novel, students create a detailed Maze and Glade Survival Guide that explains the rules, roles, dangers, and survival strategies needed to navigate life inside the Maze. As they write, students practice organizing information, developing clear explanations, and creating step-by-step instructions. This creative Maze Runner project encourages students to think critically about how the Gladers survive and work together to survive. To complete the assignment, students also create a Greenie Advice video where they share survival tips, warnings, and guidance as if they were real Gladers helping new arrivals survive what lies ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Project - Maze and Glade Survival Guide and Video:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eMaze Survival Guide \u0026amp; Greenie Advice Video Assignment Handout:\u003c\/strong\u003e This detailed assignment handout introduces students to the project. 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These organizers help students gather accurate details from the novel and present them in a clear, organized way to complete their final guide and video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Survival Guide and Video Assessment Rubric:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clear and detailed rubric is included to evaluate student work. 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As they work through each section, they focus on writing clear, step-by-step explanations that would help a new Greenie understand how to survive in the Glade and the Maze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce their manual is complete, students use their work to create a short “Greenie Advice” video. 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In The Maze Runner by James Dashner, Runners must make quick decisions, stay focused under pressure, and navigate constantly changing conditions in order to survive. To help recreate the atmosphere of the novel, teachers dim the classroom lights and guide students through a high-pressure simulation experience with timed maze challenges. This classroom activity recreates the intensity of spending a night in the Maze in a fun and engaging way, challenging students to complete a series of increasingly difficult maze tasks before time runs out. As they work through each round, students experience the pressure and urgency of surviving in the Maze as some are eliminated during Griever attacks while others successfully emerge as skilled Runners. 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The pacing, timing, and transitions between rounds are all outlined so you can confidently lead the activity from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Poster:\u003c\/strong\u003e This bold poster introduces the “Spend a Night in The Maze” and helps set the tone as students enter the room. Display it on your classroom door or board to build anticipation and reinforce the idea that students are stepping into a high-stakes challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eTeacher Slideshow:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ready-to-use slideshow guides the entire night in the maze simulation, including a scripted introduction, timed maze prompts, success and failure outcome slides, and final reflection questions. 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Conclude with the final maze, where the first student to finish earns the title of “Runner.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students complete the reflection handout, then wrap up with a class discussion connecting their experience to the challenges, pressure, and decision-making required of Runners in the novel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity is ideally used after Chapter 21, when students have a clear understanding of the dangers of the Maze and what it takes to be a Runner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? 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Click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prestoplans.com\/10-days-of-english-teacher-giveaways\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Presto Plans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51311195685149,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/9641\/7352\/files\/1TheMazeRunnerBensJournalActivity.jpg?v=1779275019"},{"product_id":"the-maze-runner-activity-assign-students-a-glade-job-activity-and-assignments","title":"The Maze Runner Activity - Assign Students a Glade Job Activity and Assignments","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn The Maze Runner by James Dashner, every Glader is assigned a specific job that helps the community survive within the dangerous and mysterious environment of the Glade. 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Students then decide whether they want to keep their assigned job or attempt to earn a different one through two creative follow-up assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Activity - Assign Students a Glade Job Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eTeacher Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detailed, step-by-step teacher instructions walk you through every part of this The Maze Runner activity, including how to assign student roles, running the introduction experience, and facilitating the follow-up assignments and discussions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Poster:\u003c\/strong\u003e An eye-catching “Assigning Your Glade Job” classroom poster helps transform your classroom environment and immediately builds curiosity and excitement as students enter the room and prepare to experience life in the Glade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eWelcome Speech:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pre-written welcome speech script allows you to take on the role of the Keeper responsible for assigning Glade jobs to new Greenies. This part of The Maze Runner activity introduces students to the expectations, dangers, and responsibilities of life in the Glade while helping create an immersive classroom experience connected to the novel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eSelecting Students Graphic Organizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This teacher planning organizer makes it easy to assign each student a Glade role ahead of time based on classroom needs, personalities, or student strengths. The organizer helps keep The Maze Runner activity organized and ensures every student receives a role before the assignment begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Glade Jobs Introduction Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the slideshow to immerse students in life inside the Glade as newly arrived Greenies. The presentation begins with students waking up in the mysterious Box and being introduced to the rules, expectations, and dangers of the Glade before exploring each of the available jobs in detail. Students learn about roles such as Runner, Builder, Med-Jack, Slopper, Mapmaker, and more while considering the skills, risks, and responsibilities connected to each position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Glade Job Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each of the 9 Glade job cards includes a role title along with detailed information about responsibilities, required skills, tools, danger level, and importance within the Glade community. Roles such as Runner, Builder, Med-Jack, Bagger, Cook, and Slopper are directly connected to the novel and help students better understand how each person contributes to survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGreenie Journal Response Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e In this creative writing assignment, students reflect on their assigned Glade job by writing a journal entry from the perspective of a newly arrived Greenie. Students describe their thoughts, reactions, concerns, and feelings about their role while considering questions such as what they like about the job, what worries them, and whether they feel suited for the responsibilities they have been given.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eApplication for Job Change Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students who are unhappy with their assigned role can instead complete a formal Glade job application requesting reassignment to a different position. In this persuasive writing activity, students explain why their current role is not a good fit, identify the Glade job they would prefer, and support their reasoning using their own strengths, skills, and understanding of the responsibilities within the Glade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow The Maze Runner Activity - Assign Students a Glade Job Activity Works:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the Glade job cards ahead of time and assign each student a role using the planning organizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin the lesson by setting the scene with the classroom poster and welcome speech before introducing students to life in the Glade through the slideshow presentation. As students learn about each role and responsibility, they discover their assigned Glade jobs and begin considering how their role contributes to the survival of the community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter receiving their assignments, students discuss their roles in small groups, compare responsibilities, and reflect on how different jobs work together to keep the Glade functioning safely and efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents then choose between two creative follow-up assignments. They can either complete a journal response written from the perspective of a Glader reacting to their assigned role or complete a formal application requesting reassignment to a different position in the Glade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity works especially well after Chapter 16, once students are familiar with the structure of the Glade and understand the importance of the different jobs and responsibilities within the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? 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Surrounded by the massive moving walls of the Maze, the Glade contains many important locations that can sometimes be difficult for students to fully visualize while reading. In this The Maze Runner activity, students collect important details about locations such as the Homestead, the Box, the Deadheads, the Gardens, the Blood House, the Maze Doors, and more before using evidence from the text to create a detailed, labeled map of the setting. This resource includes a planning page to gather text evidence and two map template options to help students organize information and represent the setting visually. A completed map answer key is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Activity - Design a Glade Map:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Glade Map Organizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students use this organizer to collect and record important details about the Glade as they read the novel. For each location, students gather descriptions, important events, and text evidence connected to areas such as the Gardens, Homestead, Deadheads, Blood House, Map Room, the Box, and more. This organizer helps students keep track of the setting while strengthening close reading and comprehension skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Glade Map Templates:\u003c\/strong\u003e After gathering information from the novel, students use one of the two Glade map templates to accurately plot and label important areas of the Glade using evidence from the text. As students create their maps, they build a clearer understanding of how the setting is organized and how different locations connect to important events throughout the novel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Glade Map Answer Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e A detailed visual teacher answer key is included featuring a completed map with accurately placed and labeled Glade locations based on evidence from the novel. 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The novel includes unusual Glade-specific terms such as “Greenie,” “Shank,” “Slopper,” “Klunk,” “the Changing,” and “Griever,” which can sometimes make the story challenging to follow at first. As students encounter these words throughout the novel, they use context clues and text details to figure out each term’s meaning. This resource provides an easy-to-use booklet that allows students to build their own “Glade Dictionary” as they read. The organizer encourages students to define terms to develop a clearer understanding of the importance of language in The Glade. This The Maze Runner vocabulary activity works well as an ongoing activity completed throughout the unit and can later serve as a helpful student reference tool for comprehension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Vocabulary Activity - The Glade Dictionary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Glade Dictionary Booklet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use this booklet template to guide students in creating their own glossary of Glade-specific vocabulary, including terms like “Deadheads,” “Klunk,” “Grievers,” and “the Changing.” Students define each term using context clues and evidence from the text as they read, helping them build a stronger understanding of the novel’s unique language. The Maze Runner vocabulary activity encourages students to use context clues to determine the meaning of new vocabulary words while reinforcing close reading and comprehension skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Glade Dictionary Answer Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e A detailed teacher answer key is included with clear definitions for each term, making it helpful for class discussion, review, or assessment to ensure students fully grasp the unique language used throughout The Maze Runner by James Dashner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? Click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prestoplans.com\/10-days-of-english-teacher-giveaways\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Presto Plans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51311230288157,"sku":null,"price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/9641\/7352\/files\/1TheMazeRunnerTheGladeDictionary.jpg?v=1779277310"},{"product_id":"the-maze-runner-character-analysis-activity-track-characters-graphic-organizer","title":"The Maze Runner Character Analysis Activity - Track Characters Graphic Organizer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis The Maze Runner character analysis assignment is designed to help students keep track of the many key characters in James Dashner’s novel. 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The Maze Runner character analysis assignment works well as an ongoing activity completed throughout the novel and can later serve as a helpful study guide or support for written character analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Character Analysis Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Character Analysis Graphic Organizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use this two-page graphic organizer to guide students in recording key details about major characters, including Thomas, Chuck, Alby, Newt, Minho, Gally, Ben, and Teresa. Students document physical and personality traits, relationships, and important actions using evidence from the text as they read. This ongoing format helps students build a deeper understanding of each character’s role while encouraging them to revisit and revise their thinking as characters develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Character Analysis Activity Answer Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e A detailed teacher answer key is included with important information about each character from the novel. This key provides strong examples of text evidence and character traits, making it helpful for class discussion, review, or grading. 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This activity includes an easy-to-use graphic organizer that allows students to record important details about each character as they read, including physical and personality traits, relationships, and key attributes that reveal character development. 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Students document physical and personality traits, relationships, and important actions using evidence from the text as they read. This ongoing format helps students build a deeper understanding of each character’s role while encouraging them to revisit and revise their thinking as characters develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Character Analysis Activity Answer Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e A detailed teacher answer key is included with important information about each character from the novel. This key provides strong examples of text evidence and character traits, making it helpful for class discussion, review, or grading. 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Students read each excerpt and determine whether it is an example of metaphor, simile, personification, alliteration, hyperbole, or onomatopoeia. The assignments are organized by chapter sections so you can easily integrate them throughout your novel study. This gives students regular practice with identifying figurative language using clear examples from The Maze Runner by James Dashner as they read. The included answer keys allow for quick and easy grading or whole-class review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Figurative Language Resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Figurative Language Assignments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each of the six print-ready worksheets includes carefully selected quotes from the novel that demonstrate examples of figurative language. Students read each quote, identify the type of figurative language being used (metaphor, simile, personification, alliteration, hyperbole, or onomatopoeia), and label it accordingly. The Maze Runner figurative language assignments are organized by chapter sections so you can integrate them naturally into your novel study and reinforce figurative language as it appears in the novel. Each assignment corresponds to the following chapter sets:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 1: Chapters 1–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 2: Chapters 9–17\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 3: Chapters 18–28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 4: Chapters 29–37\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 5: Chapters 38–51\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 6: Chapters 52–63 (Epilogue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Figurative Language Answer Keys:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each assignment includes a matching answer key with the correct device clearly identified for every quote. Use the keys to check student work quickly, guide whole-class review, or facilitate small-group discussion about why each example fits the specific type of figurative language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFigurative Language Covered in This The Maze Runner Resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents practice identifying the following types of figurative language as they analyze quotes from the novel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetaphor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlliteration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHyperbole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnomatopoeia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? Click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prestoplans.com\/10-days-of-english-teacher-giveaways\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Presto Plans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51311248671005,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/9641\/7352\/files\/1TheMazeRunnerFigurativeLanguage.jpg?v=1779279287"},{"product_id":"the-maze-runner-questions-comprehension-analysis-novel-chapter-questions","title":"The Maze Runner Questions - Comprehension \u0026 Analysis Novel Chapter Questions","description":"\u003cp\u003eSupport students as they read The Maze Runner by James Dashner with these comprehension and analysis questions designed to help students read closely and engage deeply with the novel. 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Use these questions to hold students accountable for their reading while giving them practice with text analysis and supporting their ideas with evidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in the Prisoner B-3087 Reading Questions Resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Questions Student Handout:\u003c\/strong\u003e This three-page handout includes all the reading questions clearly organized by chapter sections so you can use them as you move through the novel. 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This vocabulary resource for The Maze Runner by James Dashner includes instructional context clues slides, a student vocabulary booklet organized by chapter sections, and a definitions presentation that makes it easy to review and reinforce each new term together as a class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Vocabulary Resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Context Clues Slides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use these instructional slides to introduce and model context clue strategies before students begin the vocabulary work. The presentation walks students through how to identify helpful hints in a sentence, such as synonyms, antonyms, examples, and embedded definitions, so they can more confidently determine the meaning of unfamiliar words as they read. These slides help you explicitly teach the process that strong readers use when they encounter challenging vocabulary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Vocabulary Booklet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each of the student booklet pages includes carefully selected quotes from the text with bolded challenging vocabulary terms. Students analyze the surrounding context to predict the meaning of each word, record their thinking, and then revise their responses after reviewing the correct definitions. This encourages students to slow down and think critically about word meaning. The vocabulary booklet is organized into the following chapter sections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 1: Chapters 1–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 2: Chapters 9–17\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 3: Chapters 18–28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 4: Chapters 29–37\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 5: Chapters 38–51\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 6: Chapters 52–63 (Epilogue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Vocabulary Definitions Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e After students complete their vocabulary booklet activities, use the presentation slides to review and discuss the correct definitions together as a class. 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The videos are not directly from the text but are intentionally selected to reinforce the ideas, challenges, themes, and experiences represented in the novel, helping students better understand and connect to The Maze Runner by James Dashner while also improving their writing skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/The-Maze-Runner-Unit-Plan-James-Dashner-Novel-Study-Reading-Unit-16357699\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Writing Prompts Video Resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Video Journals Presentation Slides:\u003c\/strong\u003e This PowerPoint presentation includes links to twelve carefully selected video clips, each paired with a journal prompt connected to key themes in the novel. The clips are organized by reading sections so they align naturally with your pacing as you move through the novel, with two prompts provided for each section. Each slide includes a video link alongside a writing prompt that encourages students to think critically about the ideas presented and connect them back to events, characters, conflicts, and themes from the novel. These slides make it easy to pause for reflection at key points in the novel, helping students to make text-to-self and text-to-world connections. The prompts are organized into these chapter sets:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 1: Chapters 1–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 2: Chapters 9–17\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 3: Chapters 18–28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 4: Chapters 29–37\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 5: Chapters 38–51\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 6: Chapters 52–63 (Epilogue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Video Journals Response Page:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students use the included printable response sheet to record their written reflections after watching each video clip. 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Click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prestoplans.com\/10-days-of-english-teacher-giveaways\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Presto Plans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51311277343005,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/9641\/7352\/files\/1TheMazeRunnerVideoJournalWriting.jpg?v=1779281584"},{"product_id":"the-maze-runner-quizzes-multiple-choice-and-quote-quizzes-answer-key","title":"The Maze Runner Quizzes - Multiple Choice and Quote Quizzes - Answer Key","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese reading quizzes provide a reliable, low-prep way to check student comprehension as you teach The Maze Runner by James Dashner. 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By using The Maze Runner quizzes throughout your unit, you can keep students accountable for their reading and quickly identify any gaps in understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Quizzes Resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Quizzes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This resource includes six The Maze Runner  quizzes designed to check comprehension during your novel study. Each quiz focuses on a specific set of chapters and includes six multiple-choice questions that assess understanding of key plot events, character actions, and important developments, along with two quote-based short-answer questions. For the quote responses, students explain what is happening at that moment in the plot and provide context, which requires close reading. Each quiz is brief and targeted, so you can use them as quick checks for understanding during your novel study. The quizzes are organized into the following chapter sections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 1: Chapters 1–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 2: Chapters 9–17\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 3: Chapters 18–28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 4: Chapters 29–37\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 5: Chapters 38–51\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSection 6: Chapters 52–63 (Epilogue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Quizzes Answer Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e A detailed answer key is included for each of the quizzes, with correct responses clearly marked for all multiple-choice questions and sample explanations provided for the quote-based answers. This allows you to grade quickly, review answers as a class, or clarify misunderstandings before continuing with the next section of the novel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? 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Whether you’re supporting students who need help with comprehension, guiding essay writing with quick access to text evidence, or reviewing important plot points, these chapter summary cards provide a clear and accessible way to track the narrative of The Maze Runner and deepen understanding of the novel. Just print, cut, and connect them together with a binder clip or ring to create a useful reference set for your classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Chapter Summary Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003e65 Half-Page Summary Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e These cards each correspond to a chapter from The Maze Runner by James Dashner. The cards feature concise, bulleted points that summarize the novel’s key moments and developments. This allows students or teachers to easily reference moments in the plot, prepare for reading, or check understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use The Maze Runner Chapter Summary Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese summary cards can be used in a variety of ways throughout your unit on The Maze Runner:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeacher and Student Reference: Need to locate a key event or development quickly? These cards make it easy to pinpoint when major developments occur within the Maze and the Glade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinding Text Evidence for an Essay: Students writing responses or essays can use the cards to locate significant events or themes and support their analysis with text evidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for Struggling Readers: The cards provide a clear overview of the novel’s sequence of events and are especially helpful for students who benefit from extra scaffolding or visual organization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChecking Understanding: Use the cards for independent review, small-group discussion, or quick comprehension checks to ensure students grasp the important plot moments, the rising tension, and the unfolding mystery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganized by chapter, these cards offer a structured way to follow Thomas’s journey, the evolving dynamics of the Glade, and the group’s attempts to solve the Maze. They’re a practical tool for supporting all students during your unit on The Maze Runner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? 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The presentation is designed to build curiosity, spark meaningful discussion, and prepare students for the mysterious Maze setting, the dystopian and action genres, and the important themes they will encounter in the novel, such as memory, identity, and leadership. Through a mix of discussion questions, opinion-based activities, background information, and quick checks for understanding, students begin building the foundation they need. It’s a complete, ready-to-use lesson that helps students begin The Maze Runner with curiosity and confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is included in a unit plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Introduction Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Introduction Presentation Slides:\u003c\/strong\u003e This 19-slide PowerPoint presentation is designed to help you introduce The Maze Runner by James Dashner while preparing students to begin reading the novel. Use the slides to lead engaging pre-reading discussions, share background information, and build curiosity about the world of the Glade and the Maze. The presentation introduces students to the author, key ideas, and important concepts they will encounter in the novel, while encouraging them to begin thinking about the key literary elements and themes that shape the novel. Included in the presentation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-reading discussion questions that invite students to consider ideas related to memory, identity, survival, and leadership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn Agree or Disagree activity where students take a stance on statements connected to truth, memory, collaboration, and fear, and justify their thinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA book cover analysis that encourages students to make predictions about the novel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn author biography of James Dashner, including his background and writing career, followed by a short discussion check to confirm understanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackground information introducing the dystopian and action genres, the symbolism of mazes, and the role of suspense and cliffhangers in the novel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn overview of key themes that introduces ideas such as memory, identity, and leadership, so students have a framework for noticing these concepts while reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing The Maze Runner Introduction Presentation in Your Classroom:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this The Maze Runner introduction as a purposeful launch to your novel unit rather than beginning immediately with Chapter 1. The presentation creates space for discussion, curiosity, and critical thinking while helping students understand the big ideas that shape the novel. By the time students begin reading, they will be more invested in uncovering the mystery and better prepared to engage thoughtfully with The Maze Runner by James Dashner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? 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This ongoing booklet helps students better understand the language of the Glade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGlade Map Setting Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Glade and Maze create a unique and detailed setting that can sometimes be difficult for students to fully visualize while reading. In this activity, students use text evidence from the novel to identify and map important locations such as the Homestead, the Box, the Deadheads, the Gardens, the Blood House, and the Maze Doors. As students gather details and add labels, symbols, and descriptions to their maps, they build a clearer understanding of how the setting functions and how different locations connect to important events in the story. 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Students can then either write a journal response from the perspective of a Glader reacting to their assignment or complete a persuasive application requesting reassignment to a different job in the Glade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eBen’s Journal Creative Writing Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e After Ben attacks Thomas in Chapter 11, students step into Ben’s perspective to write a journal entry exploring his thoughts, fears, and motivations following the Changing. Because readers learn very little about Ben before this moment, students must rely on clues and evidence from the novel to make thoughtful inferences about his character and emotional state. As students write in Ben’s voice, they work to empathize with his experiences while analyzing how fear, confusion, and paranoia may have shaped his actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 18–28\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eSpend the Night in the Maze Simulation Game:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students step into the role of Gladers training to become Runners and experience the pressure of navigating the Maze firsthand. With the classroom lights dimmed and the slideshow guiding the experience, students complete a series of timed paper maze challenges that increase in difficulty as the activity progresses. As students race against the clock, some are eliminated during “Griever attacks” while others continue advancing through the Maze. 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Students then use their guide as the foundation for a short “Greenie Advice” video where they share their most important survival tips while practicing communication and presentation skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 29–37\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGlade Apps Design Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students create four original apps designed to help Thomas and the other Gladers survive life in the Glade and navigate the dangers of the Maze. Using the provided template, students develop app ideas aimed at solving specific problems from the novel while making connections to key conflicts and survival challenges in the story. For each app, students create a name, design an icon, and explain how the app would help the Gladers overcome obstacles or stay safe within the Maze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 38–51\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eIntellectuals Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e This engaging nonfiction activity helps students explore the real historical figures connected to the Gladers’ names in The Maze Runner. After learning that many characters are named after famous thinkers in Chapter 49, students rotate through stations featuring short nonfiction biographies about figures such as Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, Charles Darwin, Mother Teresa, and Winston Churchill. As students read, they record important information and work to match each intellectual to the correct character from the novel using evidence and reasoning from both texts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 52–63 (Epilogue)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eFinal Essay Topics Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students choose from a set of thought-provoking essay prompts focused on major ideas from the novel, such as how survival requires both physical and mental strength, whether identity comes from memory or actions, the symbolism of the Maze, the importance of teamwork, the role of hope during difficult situations, and more. 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With over 350 slides of lessons in both print and digital formats, this resource is designed to save you planning time while keeping students actively involved throughout the entire unit. It includes presentation slides to support instruction, comprehension and analysis questions, vocabulary activities, reading quizzes, video journals, and a variety of creative assignments that give students meaningful ways to apply their understanding. Each component of The Maze Runner novel study is organized to follow the progression of the novel, making it easy to guide students through the unfolding mystery of the Maze while building reading, writing, and discussion skills along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a BUNDLE of my print and digital versions of The Maze Runner Unit Plan. Click the links below if you only need one format:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan - Print Version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit-digital\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan - Digital Version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Digital and Print Unit Plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Introductory Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This 20-slide PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation is an engaging way to introduce your The Maze Runner unit plan to your students. The slides build background knowledge on the dystopian and action genres, the symbolism and history of mazes, and the novel’s author, James Dashner, while encouraging reflection and discussion through pre-reading questions, short activities, and guided conversation prompts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Chapter Summary Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e These 63 printable and digital half-page cards break down the most important events and emerging ideas in each chapter of The Maze Runner. They are ideal for quick reference, small-group discussions, or supporting students who need help tracking plot developments as the mystery of the Maze unfolds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Quizzes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assess comprehension throughout the novel with six section-based quizzes, each including six multiple-choice questions and two short-answer quote analysis prompts. Detailed answer keys are included for every quiz, and the digital versions are self-grading in Google Forms for easy assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Video Clip Writing Prompts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Help students make meaningful text-to-self and text-to-world connections with these reflective video journals. Each short video relates to a major theme from the novel, such as fear, identity, vulnerability, trust, human behavior, or facing challenges, and is paired with a thought-provoking writing prompt that encourages reflection and deeper engagement. Both digital and print response options are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Vocabulary Booklet and Slides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Support vocabulary growth during your The Maze Runner unit plan through context-based learning. Students encounter unfamiliar words in quotes from the novel, infer their meanings using context clues, and then confirm definitions during class discussion or review. Both print and digital booklets are organized by chapter section, and the included PowerPoint and Google Slides presentations make review simple and interactive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Questions and Answers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guide students through each section of the novel with a mix of comprehension and analysis questions. This resource includes printable and digital response pages, along with PowerPoint and Google Slides presentations featuring evidence-based model answers for class discussion or review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Figurative Language Assignments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students identify and analyze examples of figurative language, including metaphor, simile, personification, alliteration, hyperbole, and onomatopoeia, drawn directly from the novel. Six fully digital and printable assignments are organized by chapter section, each with detailed answer keys for easy grading or discussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Analysis Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This 57-slide PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation examines key literary elements, including theme, symbolism, conflict, figurative language, and characterization. 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After receiving their jobs, students reflect on their role in a Glade Job Journal or apply for a new assignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eBen’s Journal Creative Writing Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e After Ben’s attack on Thomas, students write a journal entry from Ben’s perspective using text clues to explore his thoughts, motivations, and emotional state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 18–28:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGriever Night Simulation Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students complete a series of timed maze challenges that simulate the pressure of being a Runner, then reflect on their decision-making, emotions, and performance under stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGreenie Survival Guide \u0026amp; Advice Video:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students create a survival manual for new Greenies and use it to produce a short advice video, applying their understanding of the Glade while practicing clear, purposeful communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 29–37:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGlade Apps Design Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students design original apps to solve problems in the Glade, connecting their ideas to key challenges in the novel while demonstrating understanding through creative, text-based solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 38–51:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eIntellectuals Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students rotate through nonfiction biographies of famous thinkers and match each one to a character from the novel, using evidence to explore allusion and deepen their understanding of characterization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 52–63 (Epilogue):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eFinal Essay Topics Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students choose from a set of thought-provoking prompts and write a five-paragraph essay analyzing key ideas such as survival, identity, memory, teamwork, and sacrifice, using text evidence to support their thinking and develop a clear, structured response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eMovie vs. Novel Comparison Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e After reading The Maze Runner and watching the film adaptation, students analyze key differences in characters, plot, and tone, explaining how and why these changes impact the overall story using specific examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eFinal Creative Response Choice Board:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students choose from a range of creative projects, such as poetry, a soundtrack, diary entries, a comic strip, or a podcast, to demonstrate their understanding of the novel while making meaningful connections to characters, events, and themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? 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Each component of The Maze Runner novel study is organized to follow the progression of the novel, making it easy to guide students through the unfolding mystery of the Maze while building reading, writing, and discussion skills along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a Google-compatible activity, and students complete all the work on the computer.\u003c\/strong\u003e This works well with distance learning, 1:1 classrooms, remote teaching, Google Classroom, or online education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for the print version of this unit, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclick here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/The-Maze-Runner-Unit-Plan-James-Dashner-Novel-Study-Reading-Unit-16357699\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Digital Unit Plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Introductory Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This 20-slide Google Slides presentation is an engaging way to introduce your The Maze Runner unit plan to your students. The slides build background knowledge on the dystopian and action genres, the symbolism and history of mazes, and the novel’s author, James Dashner, while encouraging reflection and discussion through pre-reading questions, short activities, and guided conversation prompts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Chapter Summary Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e These 63 digital summary cards break down the most important events and emerging ideas in each chapter of The Maze Runner. They are ideal for quick reference, small-group discussions, or supporting students who need help tracking plot developments as the mystery of the Maze unfolds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Quizzes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assess comprehension throughout the novel with six section-based Google Forms quizzes, each including six multiple-choice questions and two short-answer quote analysis prompts. 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Students encounter unfamiliar words in quotes from the novel, infer their meanings using context clues, and then confirm definitions during class discussion or review using the included slides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Questions and Answers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guide students through each section of the novel with a mix of comprehension and analysis questions. This digital resource includes a clearly organized student handout, dedicated response pages, and a presentation featuring text-based model answers to support both independent work and guided discussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Figurative Language Assignments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students identify and analyze examples of figurative language, including metaphor, simile, personification, alliteration, hyperbole, and onomatopoeia, drawn directly from the novel. 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With over 350 pages and slides of engaging, ready-to-use lessons, activities, and assessments, this resource is designed to save you planning time while keeping students actively involved throughout the entire unit. It includes presentation slides to support instruction, comprehension and analysis questions, vocabulary activities, reading quizzes, video journals, and a variety of creative assignments that give students meaningful ways to apply their understanding. Each component of The Maze Runner novel study is organized to follow the progression of the novel, making it easy to guide students through the unfolding mystery of the Maze while building reading, writing, and discussion skills along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for the digital version of this unit, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/the-maze-runner-unit-plan-james-dashner-novel-study-reading-unit-digital\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclick here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/The-Maze-Runner-Unit-Plan-James-Dashner-Novel-Study-Reading-Unit-Digital-16357576\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in The Maze Runner Unit Plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Introductory Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This 20-slide PowerPoint presentation is an engaging way to introduce your The Maze Runner unit plan to your students. The slides build background knowledge on the dystopian and action genres, the symbolism and history of mazes, and the novel’s author, James Dashner, while encouraging reflection and discussion through pre-reading questions, short activities, and guided conversation prompts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Chapter Summary Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e These 63 printable half-page cards break down the most important events and emerging ideas in each chapter of The Maze Runner. They are ideal for quick reference, small-group discussions, or supporting students who need help tracking plot developments as the mystery of the Maze unfolds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Quizzes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assess comprehension throughout the novel with six section-based quizzes, each including six multiple-choice questions and two short-answer quote analysis prompts. Detailed answer keys with explanations are included to support efficient grading, reteaching, and whole-class review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Video Clip Journal Prompts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Help students make meaningful text-to-self and text-to-world connections with these reflective video journals. Each short video relates to a major theme from the novel, such as fear, identity, vulnerability, trust, human behavior, or facing challenges, and is paired with a thought-provoking writing prompt that encourages reflection and deeper engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Vocabulary Booklet and Slides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Support vocabulary growth during your The Maze Runner unit plan through context-based learning. Students encounter unfamiliar words in quotes from the novel, infer their meanings using context clues, and then confirm definitions during class discussion or review using the included presentation slides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Questions and Answers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guide students through each section of the novel with a mix of comprehension and analysis questions. This resource includes a clearly organized student handout, dedicated response pages, and a presentation featuring text-based model answers to support both independent work and guided discussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Figurative Language Assignments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students identify and analyze examples of figurative language, including metaphor, simile, personification, alliteration, hyperbole, and onomatopoeia, drawn directly from the novel. Six print-ready assignments are organized by chapter section and include detailed answer keys for easy review and discussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Maze Runner Analysis Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This 57-slide presentation examines key literary elements, including theme, symbolism, conflict, figurative language, and characterization. Organized by chapter sections, the slides highlight important moments from the text and can be used for discussion, direct instruction, or student note-taking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maze Runner Unit Plan also includes creative assignments and activities for each reading section. You can learn more about what's included below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 1–8:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eCharacter Analysis Chart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students track key characters throughout the novel by recording traits, relationships, and important actions as they read, helping them build a clear understanding of character development over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGlade Dictionary Vocabulary Booklet:\u003c\/strong\u003e While they read, students create their own glossary of Glade-specific terms by using context clues and text evidence to define key vocabulary, strengthening comprehension of the novel’s language and setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGlade Map Setting Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students collect details about key locations in the Glade and use that information to create a labeled map, helping them visualize the setting and connect it to events in the novel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 9–17:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGlade Jobs Ceremony:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students take on the role of new Greenies and participate in a job assignment ceremony based on roles from the Glade. After receiving their jobs, students reflect on their role in a Glade Job Journal or apply for a new assignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eBen’s Journal Creative Writing Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e After Ben’s attack on Thomas, students write a journal entry from Ben’s perspective using text clues to explore his thoughts, motivations, and emotional state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 18–28:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGriever Night Simulation Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students complete a series of timed maze challenges that simulate the pressure of being a Runner, then reflect on their decision-making, emotions, and performance under stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGreenie Survival Guide \u0026amp; Advice Video:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students create a survival manual for new Greenies and use it to produce a short advice video, applying their understanding of the Glade while practicing clear, purposeful communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 29–37:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eGlade Apps Design Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students design original apps to solve problems in the Glade, connecting their ideas to key challenges in the novel while demonstrating understanding through creative, text-based solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 38–51:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eIntellectuals Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students rotate through nonfiction biographies of famous thinkers and match each one to a character from the novel, using evidence to explore allusion and deepen their understanding of characterization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapters 52–63 (Epilogue):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eFinal Essay Topics Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students choose from a set of thought-provoking prompts and write a five-paragraph essay analyzing key ideas such as survival, identity, memory, teamwork, and sacrifice, using text evidence to support their thinking and develop a clear, structured response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eMovie vs. Novel Comparison Assignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e After reading The Maze Runner and watching the film adaptation, students analyze key differences in characters, plot, and tone, explaining how and why these changes impact the overall story using specific examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eFinal Creative Response Choice Board:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students choose from a range of creative projects, such as poetry, a soundtrack, diary entries, a comic strip, or a podcast, to demonstrate their understanding of the novel while making meaningful connections to characters, events, and themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you'll love this resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.prestoplans.com\/products\/english-bell-ringers-volume-3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Year of English Bell Ringers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #000; margin: 25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Presto Plans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➡️ Want 10 free ELA resources sent to your inbox? 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