Lesson Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1: Introduction to Billie Piper 60 minutes Photos of Billie Piper, map of England, timeline template, markers Introduce Billie Piper. Show photos and map of England, explaining where she is from. Discuss her early life and career beginnings. Students will color and label a map showing where she lived. Review key facts about Billie Piper's early life. Students will share one fact they learned about Billie Piper.
Lesson 2: Career Highlights 60 minutes Videos of Billie Piper’s performances, timeline template, internet access Play a short clip of Billie Piper’s performance. Ask students what they think she is known for. Discuss her career highlights in music and acting, focusing on "Doctor Who" and her music career. Fill out the timeline template. Summarize her main career achievements. Students will fill in a timeline from the lesson.
Lesson 3: Cultural Contributions 60 minutes Articles, video clips, discussion questions Discuss the concept of cultural contributions. Ask what they think Billie Piper’s contributions might be. Explore her impact on pop culture and society through group discussions and watching key performances or interviews. Summarize how Billie Piper influenced society and culture. Students will write a short paragraph on her contributions.
Lesson 4: Impact on Society 60 minutes Discussion prompts, chart paper, markers Discuss how public figures can impact society. Show examples. Break into groups to discuss Billie Piper’s impact on different areas: music, TV, and personal life. Each group will present their findings. Review the group presentations and discuss common themes. Students will create a mind map showing her impacts.
Lesson 5: Personal Connection 60 minutes Writing materials, discussion prompts Discuss how Billie Piper’s life and work might connect to their own lives. Share examples. Students will write a letter to Billie Piper describing how she has inspired them or how they relate to her. Share some of the letters with the class (with permission). Assess the letters for understanding and personal connection.
Lesson 6: Creating a Timeline 60 minutes Timeline template, markers, photos Review what has been learned about Billie Piper’s life and career. Students will work individually to create a detailed timeline of Billie Piper’s life using the template and photos provided. Display the timelines around the classroom. Evaluate the timelines for accuracy and completeness.