
Unmask Equality and Control with These Harrison Bergeron Creative Activities
Engage your students in Kurt Vonnegut’s dystopian short story Harrison Bergeron with this collection of imaginative, classroom-ready creative tasks. These activities are designed to deepen understanding of themes such as freedom versus control, individuality versus conformity, and the dangers of enforced equality—while encouraging empathy, creativity, and critical thinking.
Perfect for KS3 & KS4 English, particularly units exploring dystopian fiction, satire, or social commentary, this flexible resource invites learners to examine Vonnegut’s satire of “absolute equality” through multiple creative lenses.
Students can choose from a range of tasks, including:
★ Filming a short TikTok review sharing personal reactions to the story
★ Scripting a podcast debating government control and Diana Moon Glampers’ power
★ Transforming the story into a graphic novel with illustrated key scenes
★ Designing a symbolic handicap device that represents control and conformity
★ Creating set and costume ideas for two key moments (the living room and TV studio)
★ Writing a five-minute play that condenses the story’s rebellion and tragedy
★ Producing a character identity collage showing true self vs. forced self
★ Writing a sensational newspaper article reporting Harrison’s “Emperor” stunt
★ Designing a rebellion soundtrack with at least five songs and an album cover
Why Choose This Resource?
✔ Encourages close reading through creative and analytical response
✔ Provides discussion-rich alternatives to traditional essay writing
✔ Supports multiple learning styles and independent interpretation
✔ Ideal for literature study, dystopian fiction, and explorations of satire
Download today and challenge your students to step into Vonnegut’s unforgettable world, where equality comes at the cost of freedom.
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