FIRST PROJECT
Myth Busters
7th grade - 4 to 6 weeks
SIGNIFICANT CONTENT
English Language Arts
RL.7.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text
RL.7.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text
RL.7.6. Analyze how an author develops and contrasts the points of view of different characters or narrators in a text.
RL.7.9. Compare and contrast a fictional portrayal of a time, place, or character and a historical account of the same period as a means of understanding how authors of fiction use or alter history
W.7.1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
W.7.1d. Establish and maintain a formal style.
W.7.1e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented
W.7.3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.
W.7.4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience
W.7.5. With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.
SL.7.1. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 7 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.
L.7.3. Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
L.7.5a. Interpret figures of speech (e.g., literary, biblical, and mythological allusions) in context
English Language Arts
RL.7.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text
RL.7.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text
RL.7.6. Analyze how an author develops and contrasts the points of view of different characters or narrators in a text.
RL.7.9. Compare and contrast a fictional portrayal of a time, place, or character and a historical account of the same period as a means of understanding how authors of fiction use or alter history
W.7.1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
W.7.1d. Establish and maintain a formal style.
W.7.1e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented
W.7.3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.
W.7.4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience
W.7.5. With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.
SL.7.1. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 7 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.
L.7.3. Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
L.7.5a. Interpret figures of speech (e.g., literary, biblical, and mythological allusions) in context
DRIVING QUESTION
How does one make choices and live with the consequences? INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGY
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ENTRY EVENT
The entry event was a video that introduced Greek gods and modern gods and poor choices that both groups have made and some glimpse of consequences that then occur. The underlying theme was introduced when playing the the song "Hero" . |
ARTIFACTS
Video news shows. Photos of the videotaping. |
UNIT SUMMARY
After identifying the Greek gods, identifying their strength and weaknesses in their poor choices and bad consequences was collected in note form to reference. The connection to modern day gods found that little has changed when modern gods (celebrities) also make poor choices and have to deal with public consequences. The final project was a filmed newscast of each groups findings and script writing to explain the poor choices of Greek and modern gods and the consequences they were dealt. |