Lesson 1
Objective 1 Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Story of Seijin No Hi handout Introduction: Introduce Seijin No Hi as a celebration in Shintoism for young adults. Development: Read and discuss the story of Seijin No Hi with the class. Conclusion: Summarize the key points of the story and its significance in Shintoism. Assessment: Ask students to retell the story in their own words. |
Lesson 2
Objective 2 Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Symbols and Traditions of Seijin No Hi poster Introduction: Display the poster and introduce the symbols and traditions of Seijin No Hi. Development: Discuss each symbol and tradition, allowing students to ask questions. Conclusion: Have students create their own symbolic representation of Seijin No Hi. Assessment: Evaluate student-created symbols for understanding. |
Lesson 3
Objective 3 Time Allocation: 50 minutes Resources Needed: Comparison chart handout Introduction: Discuss how Seijin No Hi connects to the students' lives. Development: Fill out the comparison chart comparing Seijin No Hi with a significant event in students' lives. Conclusion: Share comparisons and discuss similarities/differences. Assessment: Review students' completed charts for understanding. |
Lesson 4
Objective 4 Time Allocation: 55 minutes Resources Needed: Concept exploration cards Introduction: Introduce key concepts of Seijin No Hi. Development: Have students draw a concept card and explain its significance. Conclusion: Discuss the various concepts explored and their importance. Assessment: Evaluate student explanations for understanding. |
Lesson 5
Objective 1, 2 Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Craft materials for creating traditional Seijin No Hi decorations Introduction: Explain the significance of decorations in Seijin No Hi. Development: Guide students in creating their own traditional Seijin No Hi decorations. Conclusion: Display and discuss the decorations made by the class. Assessment: Evaluate students' decorations for creativity and adherence to tradition. |
Lesson 6
Objective 3, 4 Time Allocation: 50 minutes Resources Needed: Reflection journal sheets Introduction: Have students reflect on how Seijin No Hi concepts relate to their own lives. Development: Allow time for students to write and draw in their reflection journals. Conclusion: Share and discuss some students' reflections with the class. Assessment: Review students' reflection journals for personal connections and understanding. |