Objective
By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to analyze and compare the themes and storylines of a live musical and a LEGO storybook, while also improving their reading comprehension skills.
Materials and Prep
- LEGO storybook
- Live musical recording or video
- Pen and paper
Before the lesson, familiarize yourself with the LEGO storybook and the chosen live musical to better guide the student during the activities.
Activities
- Read the LEGO storybook together and discuss the main themes and plot points. Encourage the student to take notes on important details.
- Watch the live musical recording or video. Ask the student to pay attention to the storyline, characters, and any recurring themes.
- Have a discussion comparing and contrasting the themes and storylines of the LEGO storybook and the live musical. Prompt the student to identify similarities and differences, and explain their reasoning.
- Ask the student to write a short essay analyzing the chosen live musical, focusing on its central themes and how they are conveyed through music, lyrics, and dialogue.
- Encourage the student to create their own LEGO storybook based on the live musical, incorporating similar themes and characters. They can use LEGO bricks to build scenes and write a brief summary of the story.
Ninth Grade Talking Points
- "In this lesson, we will be exploring the themes and storylines of both a live musical and a LEGO storybook."
- "We will analyze the similarities and differences between the two mediums and discuss how they convey their respective messages."
- "By comparing these two forms of storytelling, we can gain a deeper understanding of the techniques used in both."
- "We will also focus on improving our reading comprehension skills by actively engaging with the text and critically thinking about the themes presented."
- "Additionally, we will have the opportunity to express our thoughts and ideas through writing and creative activities."