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What part of a lesson	New topic
Which subject	Literature
What age group	Year or Grade 8
What topic	Cresting your own fable
Quantity	1
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Lesson Part: New Topic - Creating Your Own Fable

Objective

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to understand the elements of a fable and utilize these elements to create their own fable, illustrating a moral lesson.

Introduction to Fables (10 minutes)

1. Definition and Purpose
   Begin by introducing fables as short stories that typically feature animals as characters and convey a moral lesson. Discuss the purpose of fables in teaching values and ethics.

2. Examples of Famous Fables
   Share a few well-known fables, such as "The Tortoise and the Hare" and "The Boy Who Cried Wolf." Read them aloud or provide handouts with excerpts.

   • Discussion Questions:
     • What are the main characters in each fable?
     • What moral lesson do these fables teach?
     • How do the characters’ actions relate to the moral?

Elements of a Fable (10 minutes)

1. Characterization
   Explain that fables often include anthropomorphized animals that represent human traits. Discuss how these traits play into the moral of the story.

2. Setting
   Discuss the settings in fables, which are typically simple and serve as a backdrop to highlight the characters’ actions.

3. Moral Lesson
   Emphasize that every fable concludes with a clear moral lesson. Provide examples of how the moral is explicitly stated in the fables presented.

Fable Creation Activity (30 minutes)

1. Brainstorming Session (10 minutes)

   • Group Discussion: Divide the class into small groups. Each group should choose an animal character and a human trait they want to represent (e.g., a clever fox that represents cunning).
   • Character Traits: Encourage students to think about how these traits can lead to a conflict or problem.

2. Drafting the Fable (15 minutes)

   • Each group will outline their fable using the following structure:
     • Characters: Name and traits of the animal(s) involved
     • Setting: Where does the story take place?
     • Conflict: What problem do the characters face?
     • Resolution: How is the conflict resolved?
     • Moral: What lesson does the story teach?
   • Writing: Groups will then draft their fable in a concise format, aiming for a length of 5-10 sentences.

3. Sharing Fables (5 minutes)

   • Each group will present their fable to the class, highlighting the moral lesson. Encourage creativity in presentation—students might choose to act out their stories or illustrate them on a poster.

Conclusion and Reflection (10 minutes)

1. Class Discussion
   Facilitate a brief discussion on the different morals presented. Ask students to consider how these fables might relate to their own lives or current events.

2. Exit Ticket
   To reinforce learning, ask students to write down one new thing they learned about fables and one moral they think is important.

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Materials Needed

• Copies of classic fables
• Whiteboard and markers
• Paper and pencils for drafting
• Optional: art supplies for illustrations/posters

Assessment

Evaluate students based on:

• Participation in discussions and activities
• Creativity and clarity of their fable
• Understanding of the moral lesson as seen in their presentations

This engaging and creative lesson on fables will not only enhance students' understanding of literary themes but also encourage collaboration and critical thinking through storytelling.