Lesson Plan	Details
Lesson 1: Introduction to Ava Gardner	Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Photos of Ava Gardner, world map, biography handout Introduction: Briefly introduce Ava Gardner and explain that she was a famous actress. Show photos and locate her birthplace on a map. Development: Read a short biography of Ava Gardner aloud. Discuss with the class when and where she lived, and what she is famous for. (Objective 1) Conclusion: Recap key points learned about Ava Gardner. Assessment: Ask students to write a few sentences about who Ava Gardner is and what she is known for.
Lesson 2: Ava Gardner's Contributions to Society	Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Clips from Ava Gardner's movies, internet access for research Introduction: Show a short clip from one of Ava Gardner's famous movies. Development: Discuss how Ava Gardner's work as an actress impacted society and culture during her time. Divide students into groups to research different aspects of her influence. (Objective 2) Conclusion: Groups present their findings to the class. Assessment: Participation in group research and presentation.
Lesson 3: Ava Gardner's Impact on Today	Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Articles or videos on Ava Gardner's lasting impact, discussion questions Introduction: Discuss how some famous people continue to influence the world long after their time. Development: Read a modern article or watch a video about Ava Gardner's lasting impact. Discuss how her work has influenced actors and actresses today. (Objective 2) Conclusion: Summarize the discussion points. Assessment: Ask students to write a paragraph on how Ava Gardner's work still influences the world today.
Lesson 4: Connecting Ava Gardner to Our Lives	Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Chart paper, markers Introduction: Ask students to think about their favorite actors or actresses and how they influence their lives. Development: Discuss how Ava Gardner might have influenced their favorite modern actors. Create a class chart showing connections between Ava Gardner and modern culture. (Objective 3) Conclusion: Reflect on the chart and discuss any surprises. Assessment: Participation in discussion and contribution to the chart.
Lesson 5: Creating a Timeline of Ava Gardner's Life	Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Timeline templates, markers, biography handout Introduction: Review key events from Ava Gardner's life. Development: Provide students with a timeline template. Have them fill in important dates and events from her life based on the biography. (Objective 4) Conclusion: Display completed timelines around the classroom. Assessment: Accuracy and completion of the timeline.
Lesson 6: Reflecting on Ava Gardner's Legacy	Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Essay prompt, paper, pencils Introduction: Discuss what a legacy is and why it is important. Development: Ask students to write an essay on Ava Gardner's legacy and how she might be remembered in the future. (Objectives 2 and 3) Conclusion: Share essays with the class, if time permits. Assessment: Quality and thoughtfulness of the essay.