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Overview
Walden, A Game allows players to explore the life of American philosopher Henry David Thoreau at Walden Pond in 1845.
Literary Connections
This educational game and the accompanying lessons are a great way to deepen the experience for students of learning about Thoreau and Walden, his account of his stay near Walden Pond.
- Type: Video Game/Interactive Media
- Lesson Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
- Rating: NR
- Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+, All Ages
Common Sense Media rates this film as appropriate for ages 13+Thoughtfully designed game illuminates Thoreau's writing, philosophy
Where to Watch
Walden, A Game is available for:
- Microsoft XBox
- Mac/PC on Steam
- Mac/PC on itch.io
- Playstation 4.
Curriculum Guide
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Lesson 1: Playing a Serious Game
Subject: Media Literacy
Lesson Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
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Lesson 2: Henry David Thoreau: A Life in Context
Subject: Environmental Science, History
Lesson Grades: 9, 10
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Lesson 3: The Hudson River Painters
Subject: Visual Arts
Lesson Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
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Lesson 4: Modern Writing about Nature
Subject: Language Arts
Lesson Grades: 11, 12
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Lesson 5: A Wild Lens: Learning to Record Nature
Subject: Language Arts, Math, Science
Lesson Grades: 9, 10
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