Dystopian novels have a way of sticking with students long after the last page and Scythe is no exception. From artificial intelligence to morality, power, and choice, the novel asks questions that feel especially relevant to students navigating a rapidly changing world. But teaching Scythe also comes with challenges. The topics are heavy. The conversations can get intense. And without the right structure, discussions about ethics and power can quickly spiral or stall out. That’s where a thoughtfully designed Scythe novel study makes all the difference. How Scythe Uses AI to Question the Idea of a “Perfect” World At first glance, Scythe presents a near-utopian society. Disease has been eliminated. Death is controlled. An all-knowing artificial intelligence, known as the