aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Reading
What age group	Year or Grade 5
What topic	Character conflict
Quantity	1
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Engaging Lesson Start: Exploring Character Conflict

Setting the Scene

Hook: The Mysterious Note

As the students settle into their seats, dim the lights slightly and set the atmosphere for an intriguing start. Begin by handing out a mysterious, aged piece of paper to each student. The paper has a handwritten note in an unusual, stylized font. The note reads:

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"Dear Reader,
A great decision is at hand.
Will you help me solve the conflict that tears my world apart?
Meet me at the corner of Friendship and Fear.
Signed, A Troubled Character"

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Question Time: What Would You Do?

Engaging Discussion

After handing out the notes, invite the students to read it aloud together. Then ask:

1. What do you think this note means?
2. Who do you think "A Troubled Character" could be?
3. What kind of conflict do you imagine this character is facing?

Encourage students to share their thoughts freely, which will help to scaffold their understanding of character conflict.

Transition: The Plot Thickens

Introduce Character Conflict

As students engage in the discussion, write the term “Character Conflict” on the board. Explain that in stories, characters often face challenges, struggles, or disagreements that drive the plot forward. They can face conflicts with other characters, within themselves, or with their surroundings.

Key Points to Discuss Later:

• Types of Character Conflict:
  • Person vs. Person: A struggle between two characters.
  • Person vs. Self: An internal conflict within a character.
  • Person vs. Society: A conflict with societal norms or rules.
  • Person vs. Nature: A challenge against natural forces.

Invite students to think of their favorite books or movies and consider the conflicts the characters faced. This sets up a foundational understanding for the day's lesson and prepares them for deeper exploration into character conflict.

Conclusion: Dive Into Reading

With intrigue sparked, transition into the day's main activity where students will read selected excerpts from various stories, identify character conflicts, and discuss the impact of these conflicts on the narrative.

Let the adventure of exploring character conflict begin!