Objective
By the end of this lesson, the student will understand the main themes of the fable "The Frog Prince," including the importance of kindness, keeping promises, and the idea that appearances can be deceiving. The student will also engage in creative activities that reinforce these concepts.
Materials and Prep
- Paper
- Colored pencils or crayons
- A quiet space for reading and activities
- Knowledge of the fable "The Frog Prince" (basic understanding of the story)
Activities
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Story Reading:
Begin by reading the fable "The Frog Prince" together. Discuss the main characters and plot points as you go along to ensure understanding.
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Character Drawing:
After reading, ask the student to draw their favorite character from the story. Encourage them to include details that show the character's personality.
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Role Play:
Act out the story! Take turns being the frog and the princess. This will help the student understand the emotions and actions of the characters.
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Promise Pledge:
Discuss the importance of keeping promises. Have the student write or draw a promise they would like to keep, inspired by the story.
Talking Points
- "What do you think happens to the frog when he becomes a prince? Why is that important?"
- "Why do you think the princess didn’t want to be friends with the frog at first?"
- "Can you think of a time when you had to keep a promise? How did it make you feel?"
- "What do you think the story teaches us about how we judge others?"
- "How do you feel when someone treats you kindly? Why is kindness important?"
- "What would you do if you found a frog? Would you be nice to it?"
- "Can you think of other stories where characters look different on the outside but are good on the inside?"