Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to analyze characters and themes in Percy Jackson and relate them to your own life.

Materials and Prep

• Copy of Percy Jackson book (any in the series)
• Pen and paper
• Quiet study space

No prior knowledge needed. Just bring your enthusiasm for Percy Jackson!

Activities

• Percy's Personality Traits: Read a chapter of the book and list down words that describe Percy's character. Discuss why you think he acts the way he does.
• Design Your Own Demigod: Create your own demigod character with a unique godly parent and special powers. Write a short story about their adventures.
• Theme Exploration: Identify a theme in the book (e.g., friendship, bravery) and find examples that support it. Discuss why this theme is important in the story.

Talking Points

• Character Analysis: "Let's think about Percy's actions in the story. How would you describe his personality?"
• Creating Your Demigod: "Imagine having a demigod friend like Percy. What powers would your demigod have and why?"
• Theme Discussion: "Why do you think the theme of friendship (or any other theme you choose) is significant in Percy Jackson's adventures?"