Playing Zelda Tears of the kingdom / Lesson Plan

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Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will understand the basic concepts of government and citizenship through the game Zelda Tears of the Kingdom.

Materials and Prep

  • A computer or gaming console with Zelda Tears of the Kingdom
  • A notebook or paper for taking notes
  • Prior knowledge of the game controls and basic gameplay

Activities

  1. Begin by playing Zelda Tears of the Kingdom together. Explore the game world and discuss the different characters and their roles.
  2. Pause the game and have a discussion about what government is. Ask questions like: "Who is in charge of the kingdom in the game? How do they make decisions? How do they keep the kingdom safe?"
  3. Resume playing the game and focus on the concept of citizenship. Discuss the responsibilities of the citizens in the game, such as following the laws and helping others.
  4. Take notes on the different aspects of government and citizenship that you encounter during gameplay.
  5. After playing, review the notes and have a conversation about what you learned. Ask questions like: "Why is it important to have a government? How can citizens contribute to their community?"

Preschool Grade Talking Points

  • "In the game Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, there is a kingdom ruled by a king or queen. They make important decisions to keep the kingdom safe and happy."
  • "The citizens in the game are like the people who live in the kingdom. They have to follow the rules and help each other."
  • "Government is like a group of people who make decisions for a place. They help keep things fair and make sure everyone is safe."
  • "Citizenship means being a good member of your community. It's important to follow the rules and help others when you can."
  • "By playing Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, we can learn about how governments work and how we can be good citizens in our own communities."