Kids Lesson Plan

I. General Information

Instructor: [Your Name]

Objective: Foster creativity and empathy through storytelling

Duration: 60 minutes

Materials Needed:

"Where the Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak
Paper and pencils
Crayons and markers
Storytelling props (optional)

II. Introduction

A. Warm-Up Activity

Engage students with a short discussion about their favorite story characters. Ask questions such as, "Who is your favorite character from a book, and why?"

B. Introduction to Lesson

Introduce the concept of storytelling and explain how it helps build characters. Emphasize the importance of understanding characters' traits and motivations.

III. Main Activities

A. Reading and Character Analysis

1. Read "Where the Wild Things Are" aloud to the class.

2. Discuss the traits and motivations of the main character, Max, and the wild things he encounters.

B. Creating Characters

1. Guide students in creating their own characters. Encourage them to think about what their characters look like, what they enjoy doing, and what challenges they might face.

2. Provide examples of character profiles and brainstorming sheets to help students develop their characters.

C. Story Writing or Role-Playing

1. Have students write short stories featuring their characters. Encourage them to include details about their characters' personalities and adventures.

2. Alternatively, facilitate role-playing activities where students act out scenes with their characters. Encourage them to stay true to their characters' traits and motivations.

IV. Conclusion

A. Reflection

The conclusion of the lesson involves a reflective discussion aimed at consolidating the learning on character building and storytelling. Through guided questions, students will delve into their creative processes, considering how they decided on character traits and the challenges their characters faced in their stories. This reflective exercise encourages students to articulate their understanding of character development and story elements, fostering deeper comprehension.

B. Wrap-Up Activity

To conclude the session, a wrap-up activity will provide students with the opportunity to showcase their stories and characters. Each student will share their story or enact a scene featuring their character. Through this sharing, students celebrate the diversity of ideas and talents within the class.

Additionally, students will offer feedback to their peers, highlighting aspects they appreciated about each other's work. This collaborative activity promotes a supportive learning environment and encourages students to engage with and learn from each other's creations.

V. Assessment

A. Criteria

Assessment criteria focus on evaluating key aspects of student engagement and learning during the lesson:

CRITERIA	DESCRIPTION
Creativity in character creation	Students' ability to develop unique and compelling characters, considering traits, motivations, and backgrounds
Clarity and coherence in storytelling	The organization of ideas, plot development, and coherence of narrative elements in students' stories
Engagement in role-playing activities	Students' active participation and embodiment of characters during role-playing exercises, demonstrating immersion in the storytelling process

B. Evaluation Method

Assessment will be conducted through a combination of teacher observation and peer feedback. Teachers will observe students' creativity, communication skills, and participation levels during activities. Peer feedback will provide students with opportunities to offer constructive comments on their peers' work, fostering accountability and encouraging reflection on their own contributions to the lesson.