Lesson Plan	Details
Time Allocation	60 minutes
Resources Needed	Pictures of Johnny Cash, a map of the USA, biography books or printed materials about Johnny Cash, timeline templates, markers, chart paper, computer with internet access for video clips, speakers, and art supplies.
Introduction	Begin with a brief discussion about what the children know about famous musicians. Introduce Johnny Cash and show pictures and a short video clip of one of his performances.
Development	Lesson 1: Objective 1 Discuss where and when Johnny Cash lived. Locate Arkansas on the map and explain his birthplace. Read a short biography and discuss his life and what he is famous for. Lesson 2: Objective 2 Discuss Johnny Cash's contributions to society and culture. Explain his impact on music and his involvement in social issues. Watch videos or listen to songs that showcase his influence. Lesson 3: Objective 3 Ask children to think about how Johnny Cash’s music might connect to their own lives. Have them share their thoughts and discuss how music can influence emotions and ideas. Lesson 4: Objective 4 Provide timeline templates and guide children in creating a timeline of Johnny Cash’s life. Include major events such as his birth, major albums, concerts, and his death. Lesson 5: Combining Objectives Divide the class into small groups and assign each group one of the first three objectives. Have each group create a presentation about their objective and present it to the class. Lesson 6: Summary and Reflection Review the key points from all lessons. Have children create a piece of art or a short essay about what they learned about Johnny Cash.
Conclusion	Summarize the key points of the lesson. Allow children to ask questions and discuss what they found most interesting about Johnny Cash.
Assessment	Observe participation in discussions and group activities. Review completed timelines and presentations for understanding and accuracy. Evaluate art pieces and essays for comprehension and creativity.