Objective

By the end of this lesson, Jack will have read selected stories from the "Small Flames" book series, created 3D printed dragon characters, and produced a stop-motion video that brings his favorite dragon stories to life. This lesson will enhance his reading comprehension, creativity, and understanding of storytelling techniques.

Materials and Prep

• "Small Flames" book series (specific titles chosen for reading)
• 3D printer with filament
• Computer or tablet with stop-motion animation software
• Camera or smartphone for filming
• Workspace for 3D printing and video creation

Before the lesson, ensure that the 3D printer is set up and functional. Familiarize yourself with the stop-motion software to assist Jack in creating his videos.

Activities

• Reading Time: Jack will read selected chapters from the "Small Flames" book series. Encourage him to pick his favorite dragon stories and discuss the characters and plots as he reads.

• 3D Printing Dragons: After reading, Jack will design or choose dragon characters to print using the 3D printer. He can think about how the dragons look in the stories and try to recreate them.

• Stop Motion Adventure: Once the dragons are printed, Jack will use the stop-motion software to create a short video. He can set up scenes with his dragons and film them reenacting parts of the stories he read.

Talking Points

• "What do you think makes a dragon special in the stories?"
• "Can you tell me about your favorite dragon from the 'Small Flames' series?"
• "How do you think the dragon's personality affects the story?"
• "What colors do you want to use for your 3D printed dragon? Why?"
• "How can we make the stop-motion video exciting? What actions should the dragons do?"
• "What did you learn about storytelling while reading?"
• "How do you feel when you see your dragon come to life in the video?"
• "What would you like to create next with your dragons?"