Lesson 1 |
Objective: The child should explore the themes of the book, The Moorehawke Trilogy by Celine Kiernan
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Time Allocation: 45 minutes
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Resources Needed: Copies of The Moorehawke Trilogy, whiteboard, markers
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Introduction:
1. Begin by discussing the concept of themes in a book.
2. Show the cover of The Moorehawke Trilogy and ask students to make predictions about the themes based on the cover.
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Development:
1. Read aloud a chapter or a section from The Moorehawke Trilogy.
2. Ask students to identify any themes they noticed in the reading.
3. Write down the themes on the whiteboard and discuss them as a class.
4. Encourage students to provide examples from the text to support their ideas.
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Conclusion:
1. Recap the themes discussed during the lesson.
2. Assign a short written task for homework: Write a paragraph about one of the themes in The Moorehawke Trilogy and provide examples from the text.
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Assessment:
Assess students' participation in class discussions and their written paragraph for homework.
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Lesson 2 |
Objective: The child should be enabled to write a summary of the book The Moorehawke Trilogy by Celine Kiernan
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Time Allocation: 60 minutes
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Resources Needed: Copies of The Moorehawke Trilogy, writing paper, pencils
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Introduction:
1. Review the concept of a summary and its purpose.
2. Discuss the importance of including the main events and characters in a summary.
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Development:
1. Provide students with a brief overview of The Moorehawke Trilogy without revealing the ending.
2. Model how to write a summary by selecting key events and characters from the book.
3. Give students time to write their own summaries, focusing on the main points of the story.
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Conclusion:
1. Ask a few students to share their summaries with the class.
2. Discuss any differences or similarities between the summaries.
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Assessment:
Evaluate students' summaries based on their inclusion of the main events and characters.
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Lesson 3 |
Objective: The child should be enabled to write a review of the book The Moorehawke Trilogy by Celine Kiernan
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Time Allocation: 60 minutes
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Resources Needed: Copies of The Moorehawke Trilogy, writing paper, pencils
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Introduction:
1. Discuss the purpose of a book review and how it helps others decide whether to read a book.
2. Show examples of book reviews and discuss their structure and content.
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Development:
1. Have students read or reread a section of The Moorehawke Trilogy.
2. Instruct them to take notes on their thoughts and opinions about the book.
3. Model how to write a book review, highlighting the important aspects such as plot, characters, and personal opinion.
4. Give students time to write their own book reviews using their notes.
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Conclusion:
1. Allow a few students to share their book reviews with the class.
2. Discuss any similarities or differences in their opinions and insights.
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Assessment:
Assess students' book reviews based on their ability to effectively communicate their thoughts and opinions about The Moorehawke Trilogy.
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Lesson 4 |
Objective: The child should be enabled to make a plan, write, edit, and present their own story based on the themes of The Moorehawke Trilogy by Celine Kiernan
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Time Allocation: 90 minutes (divided into two sessions)
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Resources Needed: Writing paper, pencils, markers, props for storytelling (optional)
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Introduction:
1. Review the themes of The Moorehawke Trilogy discussed in previous lessons.
2. Explain that students will be creating their own stories based on these themes.
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Development:
Session 1:
1. Instruct students to brainstorm ideas for their stories, focusing on one or more themes from The Moorehawke Trilogy.
2. Provide guidance and support as they make a plan for their stories, including the plot, characters, and setting.
Session 2:
3. Give students time to write their stories, emphasizing the importance of including the chosen themes.
4. Encourage them to edit and revise their work for clarity and coherence.
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Conclusion:
1. Allow students to share their stories with the class.
2. Create a storytelling circle where students can present their stories using props or gestures if desired.
3. Discuss the different interpretations and creative approaches to the themes.
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Assessment:
Evaluate students' ability to plan, write, edit, and present their own stories based on the themes of The Moorehawke Trilogy.
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