Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will have a basic understanding of the historical and cultural context of Princess Jasmine from the movie Aladdin.

Materials and Prep

Materials: A copy of the movie Aladdin, paper, and coloring materials.

Prep: Familiarize yourself with the story of Aladdin and the character of Princess Jasmine.

Activities

1. Watch the movie Aladdin and pay special attention to the scenes featuring Princess Jasmine.

2. After watching, discuss with the student the setting of the story, the clothing, and the customs of the characters, focusing on Princess Jasmine's role.

3. Have the student draw a picture of Princess Jasmine and her surroundings, encouraging them to include details from the movie.

First Grade Talking Points

• Princess Jasmine is a character in the movie Aladdin. She lives in a place called Agrabah, and she has a pet tiger named Rajah. She is brave and kind.
• "In the movie, we see Princess Jasmine wearing beautiful clothes and living in a palace. People in different places have different clothes and homes."
• "Just like how we have different customs and traditions, the people in Agrabah have their own customs and traditions too. It's important to respect and learn about different cultures."
• "When we draw our picture of Princess Jasmine, we can include things like her palace, her tiger, and the market in Agrabah. This helps us remember what her world is like."