Objectives:
-- Explain the characteristics of a Greek fable -- Create a middle school-related skit based on the characteristics of a fable Activities: -- Review epic poems; read part of The Iliad (p. R51-R52) -- Read about fables (p. 364-365) -- In notes, write definition, famous author, and sample titles of fables -- Read fable(s) from p. R53 or Ms. Schaedler's book; identify moral -- View brainstormed list of middle-school related morals -- In groups of 2-3, create a skit based on a fable with a middle-school related moral -- Begin performances of skits outside Independent Learning: -- None -- However, consider bringing earbuds on 4/5, 4/12, 4/14, & 4/15 if you have them Notes/Handouts/Material covered in class: -- Fable -- Def: a short story, usually involving animals, that teaches a moral lesson -- Author: Aesop -- Titles: The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing and The Hare and the Tortoise (both by Aesop)
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AuthorMs. Schaedler is starting her 29th year of teaching middle school. (She loves it!) Most of her work has been in Social Studies, but she has also designed and implemented a program teaching "lifelong learning skills" to middle school students to enhance their success. Archives
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