UNIT 1 & 2: CHALLENGES IN SOCIETY &
PERSONAL CHALLANGES
UNIT 1 & 2 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
- What do foundational stories teach us about life’s challenges? How do foundational stories equip us for life? (Q1)
- How do our perceptions of what is a challenge depend on our personal stories or experiences? (Q2)
- What qualities help us face challenges successfully? What are the benefits of challenge? (Q3)
- What are some of the challenges and struggles that have shaped society? How have those challenges/struggles shaped society? (Q4)
- What are the important decisions we will have to make in our lifetime? What are the consequences of making informed and uninformed decisions (Q5)
Starting it off....FOUNDATIONAL STORIES
Consider the impact that our foundational stories have on our lives.
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Each of the foundational stories have a central commonality; the characters have faced one or many obstacles. This brings us to our theme for the semester,
'CHALLENGES OF LIFE!'
'CHALLENGES OF LIFE!'
ELA REVIEW OF: Points of View
CLASS FOCUS: COLLABORATIVE LEARNING. Use the handoust provided in class, or use the google drive document:
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CHALLENGES
"Pressures to Conform" "Non-Conformist" by Angela Shelf Medearis. Connecting the ideas from the poem to "Cool Kids" by Echosmith, then contrasting these ideas to "I Don't Want to Be" by Gavin DeGraw. Walk a Mile....& The Treasure of Lemon Brown
Life’s challenges depends on a person’s experiences/cultural eye. Cultural Eye is based upon an individuals gender, social class, ability, sexuality, race, location and position. How a person fits into each category will determine how easy or hard life might be. Imagine what life might be like in someone else’s shoes. We all have our challenges. Can you identify them? Racism Racism has become an obstacle that people have had to overcome, but why? Why should the colour of our skin matter? Why should our race matter? You will listen to speeches, read a story, poem and essay as well as view a documentary called a Class Divided, (Click link above) The Dangers of a Single Story To add on to the theme of identity, we discussed perspectives and a one-sided point of view. We went into more depth on this topic.
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PLEASE NOTE:
These handouts/assignments are available only in class- so it is CRUCIAL that you attend each day. This website is a guideline for what you may have missed, what we are currently working on and what will come in the future! |
INQUIRY PROJECT: What is a Hero?
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Lesson 4: Body Image
Body Image- The way a person sees themselves, physically. This includes height, weight and body shape. What role does the Media play in developing your body image?
FLASHCARD STORIES Family Challenges Often, many of our biggest challenges in life come from our family. They are often the ones we do not want to disappoint, so what happens if we choose a path they don’t approve of? (Ex. Sexuality, Career, Location, lifestyle, ect.) Sometimes our family members do not choose the right path, so we sometimes feels like we are the disapointed ones. We can also be embarassed about our family, about culture and roots. What challenges do you face from your family? Do you think you present any challenges for any of your own family members?
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PROJECT:
CHALLENGES ESSAY
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Assume the role of historical persona that has gone through challenges. Essay will be written in 1st person. Examples to use are Martin Luther King Jr, Rosa Parks, Christopher Reeves, even Lady Gaga!
Please check with me first before deciding on your persona.
**Follow the essay format guidelines provided to you in class. Fill out each section as jots notes.
Please check with me first before deciding on your persona.
**Follow the essay format guidelines provided to you in class. Fill out each section as jots notes.
- NOVEL STUDY:
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (John Boyne)
UNIT 3: MYSTERIES OF LIFE
UNIT 3 ESSSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
- Of what is the human brain capable?
- How is technology changing the human brain? How can the human brain reach its potential?
- What role does memory play in shaping a person?
- How do our imaginations carry us far beyond the borders of the everyday world?
- Is there a master plan or are we masters of the plan?
- How do fantasy and science fiction prepare us to handle the challenges that tomorrow will bring?
Lesson 1: Technology & The Brain
What are the positives and negatives of technology in our lives? Class discussion! *Opinion Paragraph |
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Lesson 2: Imagination on Land
We discuss and look at the elusive bigfoot. Is he fact or fiction? Gather the evidence and make your own decision! MINI RESEARCH: Monsters on Land Who is....the Lochness Monster, Chupacabra, Ogopogo, the Champlain Lake Monster....others? (confirm with me first!) |
Lesson 3: Imagination in the Sky Do you believe we are alone in the universe? Or is there life somewhere out there? If there is life, what does it look like? And would they want anything from us? |
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ON GOING:
Reading Stories from Ghost Stories of Saskatchewan
*Comprehension questions to follow each story!
Lesson 4: Legend of Qu'Appelle Valley
A young Indian boy paddles his way down the river after a hunting trip, excited to be reunited with his love and maker her his queen. As he neared his home, he heard his name being called out. He asks "Qu'appelle?" (Who's there?) and hears only an echo in. He called and called again "Qu'appelle? Qu'appelle?" until the night was dark. After coming ashore, he sees fires raging and hears the wails of women and men. Finally, after a frantic search, he finds his love, the one to be his wife, lifeless. To this day, the echos of "Qu'appelle" can be heard in the valley of the young man hoping to hear from his lost love one more time. |
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Lesson 5: The Raven- Edgar Allen Poe
"The Raven" is a narrative poem by American writer Edgar Allan Poe. First published in January 1845, the poem is often noted for its musicality, stylized language, and supernatural atmosphere. It tells of a talking raven's mysterious visit to a distraught lover, tracing the man's slow fall into madness.
"The Raven" is a narrative poem by American writer Edgar Allan Poe. First published in January 1845, the poem is often noted for its musicality, stylized language, and supernatural atmosphere. It tells of a talking raven's mysterious visit to a distraught lover, tracing the man's slow fall into madness.
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Lesson 6: The Tell Tale Heart - Edgar Allen Poe
"The Tell-Tale Heart" is a short story by American writer Edgar Allan Poe, first published in 1843. It is related by an unnamed narrator who endeavors to convince the reader of the narrator’s sanity while simultaneously describing a murder the narrator committed.
"The Tell-Tale Heart" is a short story by American writer Edgar Allan Poe, first published in 1843. It is related by an unnamed narrator who endeavors to convince the reader of the narrator’s sanity while simultaneously describing a murder the narrator committed.
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