Full lesson	Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle}
Which subject	Art
What topic	Boys of St Vincent Film
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
What curriculum
Include full script
Check previous homework
Ask some students to presents their homework
Add a physical break
Add group activities
Include homework
Show correct answers
Prepare slides
Number of slides	7
Create fill-in cards for students
Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments

Lesson plan

Objectives:

• To introduce the film Boys of St Vincent and its context
• To analyze the film through a critical lens
• To create artwork inspired by the film

Materials:

• Boys of St Vincent film
• A projector and screen or TV
• Art supplies such as paper, pencils, markers
• Printable cards for activity
• Timer
• Whiteboard and markers

Lesson Structure:

Step #	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction and warm-up	5 mins	Briefly introduce Boys of St Vincent film and ask students what they know about it. Then, show a related artwork or image and ask students to describe what they see.
2	Checking homework	5 mins	One or a few students present their homework in front of the class.
3	Film Screening with Analysis	10 mins	Show the Boys of St Vincent film and pause it at significant points to have a group discussion on the themes and emotions being portrayed.
4	Group Art Task	5 mins	Divide students into small groups and assign each group a scene from the film. They should discuss emotions and themes conveyed in that scene and then create an artwork based on their discussion.
5	Physical Activity Break	2 mins	Take a quick break for physical activity such as stretching or yoga.
6	Printable Card Activity	2 mins	Give out printable cards to students for them to fill out during the lesson. The cards should be related to the themes of the film.
7	Collecting/Random Checking of Card Activity	1 min	Collect or randomly check what the students have filled in on their cards.
8	Assignment of Homework	1 min	Assign homework related to the film or the themes discussed in class.
9	Conclusion and Reflection	1 min	Recap the lesson or pose questions for reflection.

Total lesson time: 30 minutes.

Lesson script

Welcome students, today we will be learning about the Boys of St Vincent film. What do you know about the film? Let's take a moment to discuss it.

Now, I would like to show you a related artwork or image. Based on what you see, can you describe the themes of the film?

Checking Homework

Can I have a volunteer come to the front and present their homework to the class?

Film Screening with Analysis

Now, I will show the Boys of St Vincent film. As we watch, I will pause it at significant points to discuss the emotions and themes being portrayed.

Group Art Task

For this activity, let's divide into small groups. Each group will be assigned a scene from the film. Please discuss amongst yourselves the emotions and themes conveyed in that scene and then create an artwork based on your discussion.

Physical Activity Break

Let's take a quick break to stretch or do some yoga to keep our minds and bodies energized.

Printable Card Activity

It's time for the printable card activity. Please fill out the cards provided to you. Remember, the cards should be related to the themes of the film.

Collecting/Random Checking of Card Activity

Now, let's collect or randomly check what the students have filled out on their cards.

Assignment of Homework

Your homework tonight will be related to the Boys of St Vincent film or the themes discussed in class.

Conclusion and Reflection

That concludes our lesson for today. Do you have any questions or ideas you would like to share? Take a moment to reflect on what we have learned today.

Slides

Slides

| --- | --- | --- | | 1 | {Image: A poster of Boys of St Vincent} | Welcome students, today we will be learning about the Boys of St Vincent film. | | 2 | {Image: A painting of an abused child} | What do you know about the film? What themes do you think it covers? | | 3 | {Image: A screenshot from the film} | Checking Homework - Can I have a volunteer come to the front and present their homework to the class? | | 4 | {Image: A still from the film with the actress Amy Walcott} | Film Screening with Analysis - Now, I will show the Boys of St Vincent film. As we watch, I will pause it at significant points to discuss the emotions and themes being portrayed. | | 5 | {Image: A group of students working on their artwork} | Group Art Task - For this activity, let's divide into small groups. Each group will be assigned a scene from the film. Please discuss amongst yourselves the emotions and themes conveyed in that scene and then create an artwork based on your discussion. | | 6 | {Image: A person doing yoga} | Physical Activity Break - Let's take a quick break to stretch or do some yoga to keep our minds and bodies energized. | | 7 | {Image: A blank printable card} | Printable Card Activity - It's time for the printable card activity. Please fill out the cards provided to you. Remember, the cards should be related to the themes of the film. | | 8 | {Image: The teacher collecting cards from a student} | Collecting/Random Checking of Card Activity - Now, let's collect or randomly check what the students have filled out on their cards. | | 9 | {Image: A student doing homework} | Assignment of Homework - Your homework tonight will be related to the Boys of St Vincent film or the themes discussed in class. | | 10 | {Image: A student reflecting on the lesson} | Conclusion and Reflection - That concludes our lesson for today. Do you have any questions or ideas you would like to share? Take a moment to reflect on what we have learned today. |

Homework

1. What themes are portrayed in the Boys of St Vincent film?
2. How did the film make you feel?
3. Describe the emotions and themes conveyed in the scene assigned to your group.
4. How did your group's artwork portray the themes and emotions discussed?
5. Can you think of any real-life situations that relate to the themes of the film?

Correct answers

1. The film portrays themes of abuse, power and control, and trauma.
2. Answers may vary, but should include emotions such as anger, sadness, or empathy.
3. Answers will vary based on the scene assigned to the group.
4. Answers will vary based on the artwork created by the group.
5. Answers will vary, but should relate to real-life experiences of abuse, control, or trauma.

Printables

|------------------|------------------| | What is Boys of St. Vincent film about? | | | What are the themes portrayed in the film? | | | What did you learn or notice from the film? | | | What was your group's assigned scene? | | | How did you decide on the emotions and themes portrayed in your group's artwork? | | | What is the printable card activity about? | | | What themes did you choose for your printable cards? | | | What is your homework for tonight? | | | What did you learn or take away from today's lesson? | |

Backup questions

1. How do you think the film depicts the effects of abuse on the victims and the abusers?
2. Imagine you are one of the characters in the film, what actions would you have taken differently in those situations?
3. If you were to create an alternate ending for the film, what would it be and how would it affect the film's themes?
4. How do you think the film accurately portrays the realities of institutional abuse and its impact on society?
5. What other movies or books do you know that have similar themes and how do they differ from Boys of St Vincent?

Lesson 1: Developing Empathy

• How do the characters in the film display empathy towards each other?
• If you were in their shoes, how would you feel and react to the situations emphasized in the film?
• What skills do you think you can develop to build stronger relationships with others?

Lesson 2: Personal Inquiry

• How do the experiences of the characters in the film reflect the different emotional states they deal with?
• Can you provide an example of how your own emotional state may influence your decision-making process?
• What resources can you use to help manage difficult emotions?

Lesson 3: Opinions and Ethics

• How does the film's subject matter connect with morality and ethical values?
• Can you provide an example of a situation where the characters may have made a morally wrong decision?
• Why do you think that the recognition of ethical values is important?

Lesson 4: Communication

• How does the film illustrate the importance of open communication?
• Can you recall a situation where a lack of communication led to negative consequences?
• What active listening and conflict management skills would you use in similar situations?

Lesson 5: Societal Impacts

• How does the Boys of St Vincent story resonate with issues like power imbalances, control, and trust?
• Do you believe that institutional abuse still exists today? Why or why not?
• How can communities work to recognize and prevent instances of institutional abuse?