Objective Lesson Plan
Objective 1: Explore the themes of The Maze Runner Time allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: The Maze Runner book, whiteboard, markers
Introduction:
- Begin by discussing the concept of themes in a book.
- Introduce The Maze Runner as the book to be explored.
- Ask students if they are familiar with the book or its themes.
Development:
- Read aloud a selected chapter or passage from The Maze Runner.
- Facilitate a class discussion on the themes present in the book.
- Write down the themes on the whiteboard.
- Encourage students to share their thoughts and interpretations.
Conclusion:
- Summarize the discussed themes.
- Ask students to reflect on their own experiences related to the themes.
Assessment:
- Assign a short written reflection for students to complete individually, discussing their understanding of the themes explored.
Objective 2: Write a summary of The Maze Runner Time allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: The Maze Runner book, writing paper, pencils
Introduction:
- Discuss the importance of summarizing a story.
- Remind students about the main plot and key events in The Maze Runner.
Development:
- Provide students with writing paper and pencils.
- Instruct them to write a concise summary of The Maze Runner.
- Encourage them to focus on the main events and characters.
Conclusion:
- Allow students to share their summaries with the class.
- Discuss the different approaches taken by students.
Assessment:
- Evaluate the summaries based on accuracy, clarity, and understanding of the story.
Objective 3: Write a review of The Maze Runner Time allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: The Maze Runner book, writing paper, pencils
Introduction:
- Discuss the purpose and characteristics of a book review.
- Show examples of book reviews from other sources.
Development:
- Provide students with writing paper and pencils.
- Instruct them to write a book review of The Maze Runner.
- Encourage them to include their opinion, a summary, and reasons to support their review.
Conclusion:
- Allow students to share their book reviews with the class.
- Discuss the different perspectives and opinions presented.
Assessment:
- Assess the book reviews based on organization, content, and clarity of opinion.
Objective 4: Create and present a story based on the themes of The Maze Runner Time allocation: 120 minutes (divided into multiple sessions)
Resources needed: The Maze Runner book, writing paper, pencils, props (optional)
Introduction:
- Recap the themes explored in The Maze Runner.
- Explain the task of creating and presenting a story based on those themes.
Development:
- Allow students time to plan and write their own stories.
- Encourage creativity while incorporating the themes.
- Provide support and guidance as needed.
- If desired, allow students to use props or visual aids for their presentations.
Conclusion:
- Give students the opportunity to present their stories to the class.
- Encourage active listening and provide positive feedback.
Assessment:
- Assess the stories based on creativity, incorporation of themes, and presentation skills.