Day 3

Hag-Seed Lesson Plan

Classroom Activities

  1. 1

    Retelling Project: Why retellings?

    Kind of Activity:

    Long-term Project

    Objective:

    Students will explore the nature and importance of retellings.

    Common Core Standards:

    CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.7

    Structure:

    Before this activity, students should read Malinda Lo’s “One True Love” (http://www.lightspeedmagazine.com/fiction/one-true-love/). It is a spin on the traditional princess/step-mother type of fairy tale.

    To start the activity, lead students through a Think Pair Share. First, have students jot down some notes to themselves in response to the following question: Why are retellings compelling? Then, have students share their thoughts with a partner. Then, lead a...

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