Lesson Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1: Introduction to Marlon Brando 60 minutes Whiteboard, markers, pictures of Marlon Brando, short video clips, printouts with basic information Introduce Marlon Brando with pictures and ask if any children recognize him. Briefly explain who he is. Show a short video clip of Brando's famous scenes. Discuss when and where he lived and what he is famous for. (Objective 1) Recap key points about Marlon Brando's life and ask the class to share one new thing they learned. Children will complete a simple worksheet with questions about Marlon Brando's basic information.
Lesson 2: Marlon Brando's Contributions 60 minutes Whiteboard, markers, printouts of Brando's filmography, video clips, discussion prompts Review basic facts about Marlon Brando from the previous lesson. Ask the children to name any movies they remember. Show more clips and provide information on Brando’s contributions to film and society, including his activism. Discuss his impact on culture and how his work has influenced the world. (Objective 2) Summarize Brando's contributions and impact. Ask students to discuss in pairs what they found most impressive. Children will write a short paragraph on how they think Marlon Brando influenced the world.
Lesson 3: Connecting Marlon Brando to Our Lives 60 minutes Whiteboard, markers, paper, pencils, printouts of Brando's quotes Review Brando's contributions and impact. Ask students if they have seen any of his movies or heard of him outside of class. Discuss how Brando’s work might connect to the students' lives. Share quotes from Brando and ask students to reflect on what they mean to them personally. (Objective 3) Have students share their reflections with the class. Students will create a drawing or a short story about how Marlon Brando's work or life connects to their own experiences.
Lesson 4: Timeline of Marlon Brando's Life 60 minutes Whiteboard, markers, timeline template, images for the timeline, scissors, glue Review the major events in Brando's life learned so far. Introduce the concept of a timeline. Provide students with a timeline template and images. Guide them in placing key events in Brando’s life in chronological order. (Objective 4) Display some of the students' timelines and discuss any differences or similarities. Children will complete their timelines and present them in small groups.
Lesson 5: Brando's Influence Over Time 60 minutes Whiteboard, markers, video clips, articles about modern actors influenced by Brando Discuss again Brando's influence on film and society. Introduce the idea of legacy. Show video clips or articles about modern actors who cite Brando as an influence. Discuss how Brando's work continues to impact today’s culture. (Objective 2) Summarize the discussion by highlighting key points about Brando's lasting influence. Students will write a short essay on how Marlon Brando's work has influenced modern actors or films they know.
Lesson 6: Creative Expression Inspired by Brando 60 minutes Art supplies (paper, markers, crayons, etc.), printouts of Brando's quotes and images Recall the lessons learned about Marlon Brando. Discuss how he used his creativity to impact the world. Children will create a piece of art (drawing, painting, collage) inspired by Marlon Brando’s life or work. (Objectives 1, 2, 3) Display the students' artworks in the classroom. Allow time for a gallery walk where students can appreciate each other's work. Students will present their artwork and explain how it relates to Marlon Brando.