The Catcher in the Rye by Mackenzie Matasich

Linguistic

macmatasich — 2025-09-17 20:51:03 UTC

Record a video where you read a short passage (3-4 sentences) and analyze Holden’s tone. Explain how his language shows feelings of isolation or alienation.

Logical-Mathematical

macmatasich — 2025-09-17 20:52:38 UTC

Use Google Sheets to create a timeline of Holden’s major interactions. Categorize them as positive or negative and calculate patterns (e.g., % of negative vs. positive). What does this reveal about Holden’s struggles with connection?

Visual-Spatial

macmatasich — 2025-09-17 20:53:48 UTC

Design a digital comic strip in Canva to illustrate one scene that represents Holden’s identity crisis. Include key symbols, like the red hunting hat, to show deeper meaning.

Musical

macmatasich — 2025-09-17 20:54:47 UTC

Create a playlist in Spotify that matches Holden’s emotional journey. Post your playlist link and write a short explanation of how the songs reflect themes of alienation and identity.

Bodily-Kinesthetic

macmatasich — 2025-09-17 20:57:09 UTC

With a partner, act out a scene from the novel and record it on your phone or Chromebook. Include a short paragraph that explains how your movement/acting choices highlight Holden’s feelings of isolation.

Interpersonal

macmatasich — 2025-09-17 20:57:56 UTC

Work with a small group to build a collaborative Google Slides presentation debating whether Holden is a sympathetic or frustrating narrator. Each member contributes a slide with evidence and reasoning.

Intrapersonal

macmatasich — 2025-09-17 20:59:14 UTC

Keep a personal digital journal in Google Docs about a time you felt disconnected or misunderstood. Then, connect your experience to Holden’s struggles. Share a short excerpt if you feel comfortable.