| 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 | English |
| What topic | Hero's journey |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 9 |
| 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 slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
English
Hero's Journey
Grade 9
30 minutes
20
This lesson aligns with the national curriculum standards for English Language Arts, focusing on narrative structure and character development in literature.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (min) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Hero's Journey | 5 | Introduce the concept and importance of the Hero's Journey in literature. Briefly outline the stages. |
| 2 | Group Discussion | 5 | Facilitate a discussion on familiar stories or movies that follow the Hero's Journey. Prompt students to share examples. |
| 3 | Introduction of Printable Cards | 5 | Distribute printable cards to students. Explain how they will fill these out based on the Hero's Journey stages. |
| 4 | Guided Activity | 10 | Have students work individually or in pairs to fill out the printable cards as they analyze a selected story or their own narrative. |
| 5 | Random Check/Collection | 3 | Walk around the classroom to randomly check the cards filled by students without a formal presentation. |
| 6 | Assign Homework | 2 | Discuss the assignment and expectations for the homework related to the Hero's Journey. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to dive into an interesting topic in literature known as the Hero's Journey. Now, can anyone tell me what you think this might be about? [Pause for responses] Great answers!
The Hero's Journey is a narrative framework that outlines the stages many heroes go through in stories, from the ordinary world to a great adventure and back home again. It's a universal pattern that appears in many texts, films, and even myths across cultures.
We'll touch on the key stages of this journey, which include: the Call to Adventure, Trials, the Return, and many more. By understanding this concept, we can better analyze characters and stories we love. Let’s get started!"
"Now, let's discuss some stories or movies that you think follow the Hero's Journey. Can anyone share a title or character that comes to mind? [Pause for students to respond]
Fantastic! I hear some great examples. Let's think together about what stages these characters go through. For instance, in 'The Lion King,' how does Simba's journey reflect the Hero's Journey? [Encourage discussion and guide students to draw out examples of key stages.]
This discussion helps us see how prevalent the Hero's Journey is in narratives we enjoy."
"Now, I'd like to introduce a tool that will help us apply what we've learned today. I have some printable cards for each of you. [Hand out the cards]
These cards have spaces for you to fill in the different stages of the Hero's Journey as you analyze a story. You'll be identifying the Call to Adventure, Trials faced by the hero, and how they eventually return. This will make it easier to dissect the narrative structure.
Make sure to write clearly, as we'll be referring to these cards in our next activities!"
"Let's put our understanding into action! For the next ten minutes, I want you to either work individually or pair up with a classmate. Choose a story you love, or reflect on your own experiences, and begin filling in your printable cards based on the Hero's Journey stages.
If you encounter any challenges or have questions, feel free to raise your hand for assistance. Focus on identifying each important stage in the narrative you've selected. Now, let's get started!"
"Time is up! Now, I’d like to come around and take a look at your cards. I’ll be checking randomly, so please keep your cards visible.
I just want to see how you’ve filled them out and gauge your understanding. Relax; this isn't a formal assessment, just a quick check-in.
[Walk around the classroom checking cards] Thank you for showing me your work!"
"Before we wrap up, let’s discuss your homework. I want each of you to create a brief narrative that incorporates the elements of the Hero's Journey we talked about today. This could be a fictional story or based on a personal experience you would like to share.
Remember to include key stages like the Call to Adventure, Trials faced, and the return. You will turn this in during our next class, so make sure it’s ready by then!
Do you have any questions about the assignment? [Pause for any questions] Great! I'm looking forward to reading your stories. Have a wonderful day!"
Define the Hero's Journey. What are its key components?
Identify and describe the "Call to Adventure" in a story or movie of your choice.
Pick a character and outline the trials they faced during their journey.
How does your chosen character experience transformation throughout the Hero's Journey?
Reflect on your own life: Can you identify a personal experience that resembles the Hero's Journey? Describe this experience using the key stages.
What are some common themes that emerge in stories that follow the Hero's Journey? Provide examples.
Analyze the “Return” stage in a story or movie. How does this stage impact the hero and their community?
Create a new character and outline their Hero's Journey in a brief paragraph, making sure to include all key stages.
Discuss how understanding the Hero's Journey can enhance your appreciation of literature and film.
Select one of the stories we discussed in class. Write a short paragraph explaining how it follows the Hero's Journey structure.
| Question | Answer |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------|
| What is the Hero's Journey? | |
| Can you list the key stages of the Hero's Journey? | |
| How does the Call to Adventure function in a hero's story? | |
| Can you provide an example of a character who goes through Trials in their journey? | |
| What does the Return stage in the Hero's Journey signify? | |
| How does understanding the Hero's Journey help us analyze stories? | |
| Can you name a movie that follows the Hero's Journey framework? | |
| In "The Lion King," what key stages can you identify in Simba's journey? | |
| How can the Hero's Journey be applied to personal experiences? | |
| Why is it important to recognize narrative structures like the Hero's Journey in literature? | |