| **Lesson 1: Exploring Serena Williams** | | --- | | **Time Allocation:** 45 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** Pictures of Serena Williams, whiteboard, markers | | **Introduction:** Introduce Serena Williams as an inspirational woman in sports. Show pictures and ask students if they have heard of her. | | **Development:** Discuss where and when Serena Williams lived, and her achievements in tennis. Watch short clips of her matches to engage students. | | **Conclusion:** Recap key points about Serena Williams and her impact on the world of tennis. | | **Assessment:** Ask students to draw a picture of Serena Williams and write one fact they learned about her. | | **Lesson 2: Serena Williams's Contributions** | | --- | | **Time Allocation:** 45 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** Articles about Serena Williams, paper, markers | | **Introduction:** Review what students learned about Serena Williams in the previous lesson. Discuss contributions to society and culture. | | **Development:** Have students read articles about Serena Williams' impact on tennis and society. Encourage discussion on how her work has influenced the world. | | **Conclusion:** Students share their thoughts on Serena Williams' contributions and how they have impacted society. | | **Assessment:** Ask students to write a short paragraph on how Serena Williams has inspired them personally. | | **Lesson 3: Connecting Serena Williams to Your Life** | | --- | | **Time Allocation:** 45 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** Paper, markers, magazines for collage | | **Introduction:** Ask students to think about their own interests and talents. Discuss how Serena Williams pursued her passion for tennis. | | **Development:** Have students create a collage depicting their own interests and talents, inspired by Serena Williams' dedication to tennis. | | **Conclusion:** Share collages and discuss how pursuing passions can lead to success, like Serena Williams. | | **Assessment:** Observe students' engagement in creating their collages and participation in discussions. | | **Lesson 4: Designing Serena Williams's Timeline** | | --- | | **Time Allocation:** 45 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** Paper, markers, printed timeline template | | **Introduction:** Explain the concept of a timeline and its importance in understanding a person's life. Introduce Serena Williams' timeline. | | **Development:** Guide students in creating a timeline of Serena Williams' life, highlighting key events and achievements. | | **Conclusion:** Students present their timelines and discuss the significance of key events in Serena Williams' life. | | **Assessment:** Evaluate students' timelines for accuracy, creativity, and understanding of Serena Williams' life events. | | **Lesson 5: Serena Williams's Impact on Tennis** | | --- | | **Time Allocation:** 45 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** Tennis racquets, balls, Serena Williams' tennis matches video | | **Introduction:** Discuss Serena Williams' influence on the world of tennis. Show clips of her matches to illustrate her skills and techniques. | | **Development:** Divide students into pairs to practice basic tennis skills using the provided equipment. Emphasize the importance of determination and practice. | | **Conclusion:** Reflect on the tennis session and relate Serena Williams' dedication to students' efforts in learning new skills. | | **Assessment:** Evaluate students' participation and improvement in tennis skills during the session. | | **Lesson 6: Serena Williams's Achievements Celebration** | | --- | | **Time Allocation:** 45 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** Serena Williams' achievements posters, markers, certificates | | **Introduction:** Review Serena Williams' major achievements and milestones. Discuss the importance of celebrating success. | | **Development:** Have students create "achievement posters" for Serena Williams, highlighting her major wins and milestones. | | **Conclusion:** Award certificates to students for their participation and effort in learning about Serena Williams. Reflect on the importance of perseverance and determination. | | **Assessment:** Assess students' posters for creativity, accuracy, and understanding of Serena Williams' achievements. |