IMAGE/PROMPT: Heroes & Villains
People often do work in English and History classes around "heroes and villains."
I thought this prompt:
Find an Internet article about someone you think might be a hero. After reading the article, determine whether you believe he/she is really a hero. Write about your conclusions using details from the story and the characteristics of a hero discussed in class to support your answer.
Hopefully, your definition embraces the tragic flaws of a hero.
This is also a nice way to talk about how primary sources portray public figures. It wouldn't be hard to find other primary sources that portray Alex Rodriguez as a hero. See "Alex Rodriguez Is Still a Baseball Hero Not Villain".
I thought this image from Metro New York last year would make for an interesting, high interest discussion starter:
For kids that might not have background knowledge about the plane crash - you might need to link to this incredible animation with audio:
For kids that might need some background knowledge about Alex Rodriguez:
Enjoy!
Ryan
I thought this prompt:
Find an Internet article about someone you think might be a hero. After reading the article, determine whether you believe he/she is really a hero. Write about your conclusions using details from the story and the characteristics of a hero discussed in class to support your answer.
Hopefully, your definition embraces the tragic flaws of a hero.
This is also a nice way to talk about how primary sources portray public figures. It wouldn't be hard to find other primary sources that portray Alex Rodriguez as a hero. See "Alex Rodriguez Is Still a Baseball Hero Not Villain".
I thought this image from Metro New York last year would make for an interesting, high interest discussion starter:
For kids that might not have background knowledge about the plane crash - you might need to link to this incredible animation with audio:
For kids that might need some background knowledge about Alex Rodriguez:
Enjoy!
Ryan
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