The vampire diaries / Lesson Plan

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Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will have a deeper understanding of the themes, characters, and plot of "The Vampire Diaries." They will also explore the impact of supernatural elements on storytelling and develop their creative writing skills through character creation and story development.

Materials and Prep

  • Notebook or paper
  • Pencil or pen
  • Access to "The Vampire Diaries" series (books or show)
  • Understanding of basic storytelling elements (characters, plot, setting)

Activities

  • Character Analysis:

    The student will choose their favorite character from "The Vampire Diaries" and write a short character analysis. They should include the character's background, personality traits, and how they evolve throughout the series.

  • Supernatural Elements Discussion:

    Engage in a discussion about the role of supernatural elements (like vampires, witches, and werewolves) in the story. The student can think about how these elements affect character relationships and the overall plot.

  • Creative Writing Exercise:

    The student will create their own character that could fit into the "The Vampire Diaries" universe. They will write a brief backstory and describe how this character would interact with existing characters.

  • Theme Exploration:

    The student will identify a major theme from the series (like love, friendship, or sacrifice) and write a short paragraph explaining how this theme is portrayed through the characters and events in the story.

Talking Points

  • "What do you think makes a character interesting? Is it their backstory, their personality, or what they do in the story?"
  • "How do supernatural elements like vampires and witches change the way we see normal human problems?"
  • "Can you think of a moment in the series where love played a big role? How did it affect the characters?"
  • "What do you think the author wants us to learn from the characters' struggles?"
  • "Why do you think people are drawn to stories about vampires and other supernatural beings?"
  • "How do you think your character would fit into the world of 'The Vampire Diaries'? What makes them unique?"
  • "In what ways do you think friendship is shown in the series? Can you give an example?"
  • "What do you think is the most important lesson from the series? Why?"
  • "How would you describe the setting of Mystic Falls? How does it contribute to the story?"
  • "If you could add one new character to the series, what would they be like? What role would they play?"
  • "What do you think happens to the characters after the series ends? Can you create your own ending?"
  • "How does the series make you feel? What emotions do you experience while watching or reading it?"