The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes - Novel Study

Bring the twists and puzzles of The Inheritance Games into your homeschool or book club with this engaging 24-page novel study. Designed for teen readers, this resource helps students dig into the themes of wealth, privilege, secrets, and strategy while strengthening their literary analysis skills.

This novel study includes a summary and noteworthy facts to introduce the book, along with discussion questions, essay prompts, and short answer questions that spark critical thinking. A set of book-specific tips for adults offers guidance for navigating themes of privilege, manipulation, and relationships with learners.

Students will also practice key writing and analysis skills through fill-in-the-blank sheets on story structure and literary devices. Sixteen creative activities encourage deeper engagement and teen-friendly exploration, from writing a breaking news report to designing puzzles, building playlists, creating collages, and even imagining the upcoming TV adaptation.

Book text is not included—please find a copy of The Inheritance Games at your local library or bookstore.

The Inheritance Games is written by Jennifer Lynn Barnes and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers.