One of my favorite novels to teach is Anthem by Ayn Rand. It is short enough that it can be read in a week or two. The ideas for teaching the novel are endless.
Mankind is all.
By the grace of our brothers are we allowed our lives. We exist through, by, and for our brothers who are the state. Give specific examples. Equality 72521 suddenly found that he was happy to be alive. Equality 72521 first experiences a sense of accomplishment and pride.