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Monster Lesson Plans: Unleash Creativity in Your Classroom
Are you ready to inject some monstrous fun into your classroom? Forget boring lectures and stale worksheets! This comprehensive guide provides a treasure trove of engaging monster lesson plans designed to spark creativity, critical thinking, and a whole lot of laughter. We'll explore various age groups, subjects, and learning styles, offering adaptable plans you can easily integrate into your existing curriculum. Get ready to unleash the monster within your students – and within yourself!
Why Incorporate Monster-Themed Lessons?
Monsters are inherently captivating. They tap into a child's natural fascination with the fantastical, the unknown, and the slightly spooky. Using monster lesson plans isn't just about fun; it’s a powerful tool for:
Boosting Engagement: The inherent intrigue of monsters naturally grabs students' attention, leading to increased participation and a more enjoyable learning experience.
Fostering Creativity: Monsters offer a blank canvas for imaginative storytelling, art projects, and character development.
Developing Critical Thinking: Analyzing monster characteristics, habitats, and motivations encourages problem-solving and analytical skills.
Enhancing Literacy: From writing monster stories to researching different mythical creatures, monster lesson plans offer diverse literacy opportunities.
Building Community: Collaborative projects centered around monsters foster teamwork and communication.
Monster Lesson Plans for Different Age Groups
Monster Lesson Plans: Early Elementary (K-2)
Sensory Monster Creation: This hands-on activity uses various textures and materials (felt, googly eyes, yarn) to create unique monsters. Focus on descriptive language and vocabulary as students describe their creations.
Monster Matching Game: Create flashcards with different monsters, each with a specific characteristic (color, size, number of eyes). Students match monsters based on these characteristics, improving pattern recognition and observational skills.
"Feed the Monster" Math Game: Use a large monster cutout with different sized mouths representing different numbers. Students solve math problems to determine how much "food" (paper circles) to feed the monster.
Monster Lesson Plans: Upper Elementary (3-5)
Monster Research Project: Assign students different mythical creatures or create their own. Students research their assigned monster and present their findings in a report, presentation, or even a short movie. This encourages research skills and presentation abilities.
Monster Classification System: Students create a classification system for different monsters, using scientific terminology and characteristics (e.g., habitat, diet, abilities). This reinforces scientific method and organization skills.
"Monster Problems" Story Writing: Students write stories about encountering a monster and solving a problem. This develops narrative skills and creative problem-solving.
Monster Lesson Plans: Middle School (6-8)
Monster Debate: Divide students into groups, each representing a different monster species. Students research and debate the merits and drawbacks of each monster, improving critical thinking and argumentation skills.
Monster Mythology and Folklore: Explore different cultural representations of monsters and the myths surrounding them, leading to discussions about cultural differences and perspectives.
Monster Anatomy and Physiology (Science): Students create detailed anatomical diagrams of fictional monsters, incorporating elements of biology and anatomy. This combines creativity with scientific understanding.
Integrating Monster Themes Across Subjects
The beauty of monster lesson plans lies in their adaptability. You can weave monster themes into virtually any subject:
Language Arts: Story writing, poetry, creative writing prompts focusing on monster characters.
Math: Measurement activities using monster-themed objects, problem-solving using monster scenarios.
Science: Exploring different ecosystems and habitats through monster perspectives, investigating the physics of monster abilities.
Social Studies: Researching different cultures' interpretations of monsters, comparing and contrasting folklore.
Art: Creating monster sculptures, drawings, paintings, and digital art.
Resources and Inspiration
Numerous online resources offer inspiration for your monster lesson plans. Check out educational websites, Pinterest, and teacher blogs for creative ideas and downloadable materials. Don't be afraid to let your own creativity guide you and adapt ideas to fit your students' needs and interests.
Conclusion
Incorporating monster lesson plans into your teaching arsenal isn't just about having fun; it's about creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a love of learning. Remember to adapt these ideas to your students' age and abilities, and always prioritize fun and exploration! Unleash the monster within your classroom and watch your students thrive!
FAQs
Q1: Are monster lesson plans appropriate for all age groups?
A1: Absolutely! The key is adapting the complexity and activities to match the students' developmental stage. The examples provided demonstrate how monster themes can be used effectively across different age groups.
Q2: Where can I find printable resources for monster lesson plans?
A2: Numerous websites and teacher resource platforms offer printable worksheets, templates, and activity ideas. Search online using keywords like "printable monster activities," "monster lesson plan templates," or similar phrases.
Q3: How can I assess student learning using monster-themed lessons?
A3: Assessment can be varied and creative. For younger students, observation and participation in hands-on activities can be sufficient. Older students can be assessed through written reports, presentations, or project-based assessments.
Q4: What if my students are afraid of monsters?
A4: Frame the lessons in a fun and playful way, emphasizing the imaginative aspects of monsters. Focus on creating friendly, silly monsters rather than frightening ones. Address any anxieties directly and reassure students that these are fictional creatures.
Q5: How can I differentiate monster lesson plans for students with diverse learning needs?
A5: Provide varied learning options. Offer hands-on activities for kinesthetic learners, visual aids for visual learners, and opportunities for collaboration for social learners. Adjust the complexity of tasks to meet individual needs.
| monster lesson plans: Monster Walter Dean Myers, 2009-10-06 This New York Times bestselling novel from acclaimed author Walter Dean Myers tells the story of Steve Harmon, a teenage boy in juvenile detention and on trial. Presented as a screenplay of Steve's own imagination, and peppered with journal entries, the book shows how one single decision can change our whole lives. Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story that was the first-ever Michael L. Printz Award recipient, an ALA Best Book, a Coretta Scott King Honor selection, and a National Book Award finalist. Monster is now a major motion picture called All Rise and starring Jennifer Hudson, Kelvin Harrison, Jr., Nas, and A$AP Rocky. The late Walter Dean Myers was a National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, who was known for his commitment to realistically depicting kids from his hometown of Harlem. |
| monster lesson plans: How to Catch a Monster Adam Wallace, 2017-09-05 A USA Today Bestseller! From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an all-new monster story, the perfect back to school picture book for kids! Get ready to laugh along in this fun children's monster book as a brave young ninja heads into the closet to meet the monster that's been so scary night after night! But what if our monster isn't scary at all? Maybe our hero is about to make a friend of the strangest sort... Whether you're looking for first day of school books about fears, spooky basket stuffers, festive gifts for children, a great bedtime story, or inspiration to build your very own STEAM traps and activities, parents, educators, and children alike will love sharing this silly read aloud! This inventive picture book about conquering fears and overcoming anxiety reminds us that things aren't always as scary as they seem! There's a monster in my closet with claws, and teeth, and hair, and tonight, I'm going to scare him! He lives just right through there... Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Witch How to Catch the Easter Bunny How to Catch an Elf How to Catch a Turkey How to Catch a Leprechaun How to Catch a Dinosaur and more! |
| monster lesson plans: I Need My Monster Amanda Noll, 2009-04-01 Scholastic Book Club Selection Alabama Camellia Award list, 2010-11, K-1 category A unique monster-under-the-bed story with the perfect balance of giggles and shivers, this picture book relies on the power of humor over fear, appeals to a child's love for creatures both alarming and absurd, and glorifies the scope of a child's imagination. One night, when Ethan checks under his bed for his monster, Gabe, he finds a note from him instead: Gone fishing. Back in a week. Ethan knows that without Gabe's familiar nightly scares he doesn't stand a chance of getting to sleep, so Ethan interviews potential substitutes to see if they've got the right equipment for the job—pointy teeth, sharp claws, and a long tail—but none of them proves scary enough for Ethan. When Gabe returns sooner than expected from his fishing trip, Ethan is thrilled. It turns out that Gabe didn't enjoy fishing because the fish scared too easily. |
| monster lesson plans: Fallen Angels Walter Dean Myers, 2013-11-07 Fallen Angels by Walter Dean Myers is a young adult novel about seventeen-year-old Richie Perry, a Harlem teenager who volunteers for the Army when unable to afford college and is sent to fight in the Vietnam War. Perry and his platoon—Peewee, Lobel, Johnson, and Brunner—come face-to-face with the Vietcong, the harsh realities of war, and some dark truths about themselves. A thoughtful young man with a gift for writing and love of basketball, Perry learns to navigate among fellow soldiers under tremendous stress and struggles with his own fear as he sees things he’ll never forget: the filling of body bags, the deaths of civilians and soldier friends, the effects of claymore mines, the fires of Napalm, and jungle diseases like Nam Rot. Available as an e-book for the first time on the 25th anniversary of its publication, Fallen Angels has been called one of the best Vietnam War books ever and one of the great coming-of-age Vietnam War stories. Filled with unforgettable characters, not least Peewee Gates of Chicago who copes with war by relying on wisecracks and dark humor, Fallen Angels “reaches deep into the minds of soldiers” and makes “readers feel they are there, deep in the heart of war.” Fallen Angels has won numerous awards and honors, including the Coretta Scott King Award, an ALA Best Book for Young Adults, a Booklist Editors Choice, and a School Library Journal Best Book. Fallen Angels was #16 on the American Library Association’s list of the most frequently challenged books of 1990–2000 for its realistic depiction of war and those who fight in wars. |
| monster lesson plans: A Monster Calls Patrick Ness, Siobhan Dowd, 2013-08-27 NOW A #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! An unflinching, darkly funny, and deeply moving story of a boy, his seriously ill mother, and an unexpected monstrous visitor. At seven minutes past midnight, thirteen-year-old Conor wakes to find a monster outside his bedroom window. But it isn’t the monster Conor’s been expecting-- he’s been expecting the one from his nightmare, the nightmare he’s had nearly every night since his mother started her treatments. The monster in his backyard is different. It’s ancient. And wild. And it wants something from Conor. Something terrible and dangerous. It wants the truth. From the final idea of award-winning author Siobhan Dowd-- whose premature death from cancer prevented her from writing it herself-- Patrick Ness has spun a haunting and darkly funny novel of mischief, loss, and monsters both real and imagined. |
| monster lesson plans: Quit Calling Me a Monster! Jory John, 2016-08-23 The talented creators of I Will Chomp You! brilliantly frame the struggle to buck stereotypes and learn empathy in this monster’s hilarious lament. Floyd Peterson is so much more than shaggy purple fur and pointy monster teeth— why can’t people just see him for him? Jory John and Bob Shea have struck gold in creating a knee-slapping, read-it-again story that will start a valuable discussion about how we treat others and how it feels to be seen as “different.” |
| monster lesson plans: Hey, That's MY Monster! Amanda Noll, 2018-03-21 This enhanced eBook features read-along narration. Winner: CLC Seal of Approval 2017 Literary Classics Book Awards, Silver, Preschool/Early Reader Fantasy Finalist: 2017 Literary Classics Book Awards 2017 PNBA Long-List When Ethan looks under the bed for his monster, he finds this note instead: So long, kid. Gotta go. Someone needs me more than you do. –Gabe How will Ethan ever get to sleep without his monster's familiar, comforting snorts? And who could need Gabe more than Ethan does? Gabe must have gone to Ethan's little sister's room! She has been climbing out of bed every night to play, and obviously needs a monster to help her get to sleep – but not HIS monster! Ethan tries to help his sister find her own monster, but none are the perfect blend of cute and creepy. Just when it seems that Ethan will lose his monster forever, an uninvited, tutu-toting little monster full of frightening fun appears. Following in the spooky-silly tradition of I Need My Monster, here's another irresistible monster-under-the-bed story with the perfect balance of giggles and shivers. |
| monster lesson plans: Night of the Veggie Monster George McClements, 2008-04-01 Every Tuesday night, while his parents try to enjoy their dinner, a boy turns into a monster the moment a pea touches his lips. |
| monster lesson plans: Tease Monster Julia Cook, 2018-01-23 This quirky tale teaches young readers the difference between nice teasing and mean teasing. Laughing at someone (mean teasing) has a hurtful bite, but laughing with someone (nice teasing) is alright when it's not done out of spite. |
| monster lesson plans: Go Away, Big Green Monster! Ed Emberley, 1992 What has a bluish-greenish nose, sharp white teeth and big yellow eyes? It is the Big Green Monster, in this book children can change the features of the monster, it is designed to help dispel their fears of night-time monsters. |
| monster lesson plans: Monster: A Graphic Novel Walter Dean Myers, Guy A. Sims, 2015-10-20 A stunning graphic novel adaptation of Walter Dean Myers's New York Times bestseller Monster. Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story about Steve Harmon, a teenager awaiting trial for a murder and robbery. As Steve acclimates to juvenile detention and goes to trial, he envisions how his ordeal would play out on the big screen. Guy A. Sims, the acclaimed author of the Brotherman series of comic books, collaborated with his brother, the illustrator Dawud Anyabwile, in this thrilling black-and-white graphic novel adaption of Monster. Monster was the first-ever Michael L. Printz Award recipient, an ALA Best Book, a Coretta Scott King Honor selection, and a National Book Award finalist. Monster is also now a major motion picture called All Rise starring Jennifer Hudson, Kelvin Harrison, Jr., Nas, and A$AP Rocky. Fans of Monster and of the work of Walter Dean Myers—and even kids who think they don't like to read—will devour this graphic adaptation. |
| monster lesson plans: Jeremy Draws a Monster Peter McCarty, 2009-09-01 Alone in his room, Jeremy draws a monster. But then the monster wants lunch! As his creation takes over, Jeremy begins to wonder how he will ever get rid of the monstrous nuisance. He entertains his unwanted guest all day, but enough is enough. Jeremy finally draws him a bus ticket out of town! With a sure artistic touch and more than a dose of humor, Peter McCarty cleverly blurs the line between his own drawings and Jeremy's, and in doing so subtly questions the line between reality and imagination. |
| monster lesson plans: Glad Monster, Sad Monster , 1997-09-01 Glad, sad, silly, mad - monsters have all kinds of different feelings! In this innovative die-cut book, featuring a snazzy foil cover, you'll try on funny masks as you walk through the wide range of moods all little monsters (and kids!) experience. Here's a fun, interactive way to explore the many different ways we feel! Caldecott Medal-winning author/artist Ed Emberley provides readers with an imaginatively crafted book that helps children identify and understand their emotions. Visit him at his Web site: www.edemberley.com. |
| monster lesson plans: There was an Old Monster Rebecca Emberley, Adrian Emberley, 2009 In this variation on the traditional cumulative rhyme, a monster swallows ants, a lizard, a bat, and other creatures to try to cure a stomach ache than began when he swallowed a tick. |
| monster lesson plans: The Colour Monster Anna Llenas, 2018-06 One day, Colour Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once! To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through colour. A gentle exploration of feelings for young and old alike. |
| monster lesson plans: My Monster and Me Nadiya Hussain, 2021-03-02 From the winner of The Great British Baking Show and star of Nadiya's Time to Eat comes a heartfelt story to help give children and parents the tools they need to talk about worries and anxiety. A touching story about a little boy whose worry monster follows him everywhere he goes. It's there when he gets dressed, when he wants to play with his toys, and even when his friends come over to visit. How can he escape his worries? Having struggled with anxiety for as long as she can remember, Nadiya Hussain has written this heartfelt story to ensure that no child suffers in silence—no matter what shape their worry monster may take. |
| monster lesson plans: How I Met My Monster Amanda Noll, 2019-11-03 One night, when Ethan reaches under his bed for a toy truck, he finds this note instead: Monsters! Meet here for final test. Ethan is sure his parents are trying to trick him into staying under the covers, until he sees five colorful sets of eyes blinking at him from beneath the bed. Soon, a colorful parade of quirky, squeaky little monsters compete to become Ethan's monster. But only the little green monster, Gabe, has the perfect blend of stomach-rumbling and snorting needed to get Ethan into bed and keep him there so he falls asleep—which as everyone knows, is the real reason for monsters under beds. With its perfect balance of giggles and shivers, this silly-spooky prequel to the award-winning I Need My Monster and Hey, That's MY Monster! will keep young readers entertained. |
| monster lesson plans: My Teacher is a Monster! Peter Brown, 2019 Bobby thinks his teacher, Ms. Kirby, is horrible, but when he sees her outside of school and they spend a day in the park together, he discovers she might not be so bad after all. -- Verso. |
| monster lesson plans: Monster Needs a Costume Paul Czajak, 2013 As Halloween nears, Monster tries out a variety of costumes, including a cowboy, a ballerina, and a ninja, but finally comes up with the perfect idea. |
| monster lesson plans: Where Do Monster's Live? Rozanne Lanczak Williams, 1995-11 |
| monster lesson plans: Pig the Monster Aaron Blabey, 2024 Pig is the world's greediest pug, and on Halloween he is completely out of control, thinking up nasty tricks to play on people who do not give him the treats he thinks he deserves and never sharing with Trevor the sausage dog--until too much chocolate makes him really sick and he finally learns the error of his ways (again).--Provided by publisher. |
| monster lesson plans: Monsters Love School Mike Austin, 2014-06-24 Have some monstrous fun going back to school! Celebrate the first day of school with hilarious, energetic monsters in Monsters Love School by author-illustrator Mike Austin. Summer is over, and now it's time for the biggest adventure of all...Monster School! Join these colorful monsters as they go to school for the first time. Reading and writing and learning your monster history has never been so much fun! Fans of Monsters Love Colors and others will love this exciting picture book. |
| monster lesson plans: Leonardo, the Terrible Monster Mo Willems, 2005-08-23 Leonardo is a terrible monster so he decides to be a best friend. |
| monster lesson plans: Monster and Mouse Go Camping Deborah Underwood, 2018-05-29 Monster proves he’s not that great in the great outdoors in this heartwarming tale of camping and friendship by New York Times bestselling author Deborah Underwood. It takes a little convincing, but with the promise of food, Monster decides to join Mouse on a camping trip. Things quickly go awry when Mouse takes off to explore, because, well, Monster gets hungry. He starts with just a little snack—the lantern. And the sleeping bags are hard to resist. Then the tent . . . Stranded in the wild with no supplies, what are a monster and a mouse to do? Join these friends on an unforgettable camping trip, perfect for reading snuggled in a sleeping bag or curled on a couch. |
| monster lesson plans: There's a Monster Under My Bed James Howe, 2013-03-12 Something is under Simon’s bed. He can hear it breathing. Is it a monster? Simon has to find out. He shines a flashlight under the bed, to discover that something is hiding there—but what? This warm and humorous story will delight any child who has ever envisioned monsters lurking in the bedtime darkness. |
| monster lesson plans: The Boy with Big, Big Feelings Britney Winn Lee, 2019-08-20 Meet a boy with feelings so big that they glow from his cheeks, spill out of his eyes, and jump up and down on his chest. When a loud truck drives by, he cries. When he hears a joke, he bursts with joy. When his loved ones are having a hard day, he feels their emotions as if they were his own. The boy tries to cope by stuffing down his feelings, but with a little help and artistic inspiration, the boy realizes his feelings are something to be celebrated. Written by debut picture book author Britney Winn Lee and boldly illustrated by Jacob Souva, The Boy with Big, Big Feelings is relatable for any child, but especially for children experiencing anxiety and extreme emotions, or who have been diagnosed with autism or as a Highly Sensitive Person. |
| monster lesson plans: The Ice Monster David Walliams, 2018-11-06 From No. 1 bestselling children’s author David Walliams comes his biggest and most epic adventure! Illustrated by the artistic genius Tony Ross. This is the story of a ten-year-old orphan and a 10,000-year-old mammoth... |
| monster lesson plans: The Monster Who Lost His Mean Tiffany Strelitz Haber, 2012-07-17 Everyone knows that the M in monster stands for MEAN. But what happens when a monster can't be mean any more? Is he still a monster at all? One young monster's attempts to live up to his name go hilariously awry as he discovers—with a little help from new friends—that it's not what you're called but who you are that counts. |
| monster lesson plans: A Monster Surprise Twinkl Originals, 2020-10-31 The animals of Little Nook are determined to solve the mystery of their missing food. Together, they search through the forest, unaware that they are in for a monster surprise! Download the full eBook and explore supporting teaching materials at www.twinkl.com/originals Join Twinkl Book Club to receive printed story books every half-term at www.twinkl.co.uk/book-club (UK only). |
| monster lesson plans: Lulu and the Hunger Monster / Lulú y el Monstruo del Hambre Erik Talkin, 2022-09-27 Award-winning Lulu and the Hunger Monster is also available as a bilingual book in Spanish and English. When Lulu's mother's van breaks down, money for food becomes tight and the Hunger Monster comes into their lives. Only visible to Lulu, Hunger Monster is a troublemaker who makes it hard for her to concentrate in school. How will Lulu help her mom and defeat the Monster when Lulu has promised never to speak the monster's name to anyone? This realistic and hopeful book in Spanish and English builds awareness of the issue of childhood hunger, increases empathy for people who are food insecure, and demonstrates how anyone can help end hunger. Lulu and the Hunger Monster /Lulú y el Monstruo del Hambre empowers children to destigmatize the issue of hunger before the feeling turns into shame. The author combines years of experience fighting hunger as a food bank CEO with an MFA in writing for young children to craft an honest story of how poverty and food insecurity can affect adults and their children. Lulu's story addresses the effects of hunger on learning and can be used in group settings to address social justice issues in an accessible and encouraging way. Food Justice Books for Kids series This series takes complex food justice issues—food insecurity, how food is marketed and sold, and food systems—and makes them kid-friendly and fun to read. In three separate but connected stories, Lulu, Jesse, and Frankie confront the Hunger Monster, Snack Food Genie, and Food Phantom. As they do, readers follow along and learn more about how each of us can take small steps toward greater food justice for everyone. A section at the back of each book offers children ways to further explore the story and make a difference in their own communities. |
| monster lesson plans: Monsters in the Classroom Adam Golub, Heather Richardson Hayton, 2017-06-09 Exploring the pedagogical power of the monstrous, this collection of new essays describes innovative teaching strategies that use our cultural fascination with monsters to enhance learning in high school and college courses. The contributors discuss the implications of inviting fearsome creatures into the classroom, showing how they work to create compelling narratives and provide students a framework for analyzing history, culture, and everyday life. Essays explore ways of using the monstrous to teach literature, film, philosophy, theater, art history, religion, foreign language, and other subjects. Some sample syllabi, assignments, and class materials are provided. |
| monster lesson plans: The Colour Monster Goes to School Anna Llenas, 2020-10-26 Follow The Colour Monster on a brand new adventure, as he navigates his way through his first day at school! Anna Llenas's popular Colour Monster is back, and this time he's heading off to school! But what exactly is school? A spooky castle filled with terrifying animals? A place in the sky, amongst the rainbows and clouds? From music lessons, to lunchtime, to making new friends, the Colour Monster's first day of school is filled with exciting new adventures. |
| monster lesson plans: Are You My Monster? Amanda Noll, 2019-08-01 Are You My Monster? is a colorful, funny, first monster book especially for babies and toddlers, inspired by the award-winning I Need My Monster. Can you help the little boy find the monster that matches his drawing so he can go to sleep? In Are You My Monster?, a monster-loving boy tries to find his monster. He compares his drawing—showing a green monster with a long tail, pointy nails, and big teeth—with an assortment of amusing monsters, until he finds the perfect match. This turns out to be his beloved STUFFED monster toy. Youngest children will love comparing colors, checking if tails are long or short, if nails are pointy or round, if teeth are big or small until they, too, find the monster who is a perfect match. |
| monster lesson plans: Healer of the Water Monster Brian Young, 2021-05-11 American Indian Youth Literature Award Winner: Best Middle Grade Book!Brian Young’s powerful debut novel tells of a seemingly ordinary Navajo boy who must save the life of a Water Monster—and comes to realize he’s a hero at heart. When Nathan goes to visit his grandma, Nali, at her mobile summer home on the Navajo reservation, he knows he’s in for a pretty uneventful summer, with no electricity or cell service. Still, he loves spending time with Nali and with his uncle Jet, though it’s clear when Jet arrives that he brings his problems with him. One night, while lost in the nearby desert, Nathan finds someone extraordinary: a Holy Being from the Navajo Creation Story—a Water Monster—in need of help. Now Nathan must summon all his courage to save his new friend. With the help of other Navajo Holy Beings, Nathan is determined to save the Water Monster, and to support Uncle Jet in healing from his own pain. The Heartdrum imprint centers a wide range of intertribal voices, visions, and stories while welcoming all young readers, with an emphasis on the present and future of Indian Country and on the strength of young Native heroes. In partnership with We Need Diverse Books. |
| monster lesson plans: Lord of the Flies William Golding, 2012-09-20 A plane crashes on a desert island and the only survivors, a group of schoolboys, assemble on the beach and wait to be rescued. By day they inhabit a land of bright fantastic birds and dark blue seas, but at night their dreams are haunted by the image of a terrifying beast. As the boys' delicate sense of order fades, so their childish dreams are transformed into something more primitive, and their behaviour starts to take on a murderous, savage significance. First published in 1954, Lord of the Flies is one of the most celebrated and widely read of modern classics. Now fully revised and updated, this educational edition includes chapter summaries, comprehension questions, discussion points, classroom activities, a biographical profile of Golding, historical context relevant to the novel and an essay on Lord of the Flies by William Golding entitled 'Fable'. Aimed at Key Stage 3 and 4 students, it also includes a section on literary theory for advanced or A-level students. The educational edition encourages original and independent thinking while guiding the student through the text - ideal for use in the classroom and at home. |
| monster lesson plans: Lines that Wiggle Candace Whitman, 2009 A variety of monsters and other creatures demonstrate some of the different things that lines can do, from curve and curl to zig-zag. |
| monster lesson plans: In My Heart Jo Witek, 2014-10-14 Celebrate feelings in all their shapes and sizes in this New York Times bestselling picture book from the Growing Hearts series! Happiness, sadness, bravery, anger, shyness . . . our hearts can feel so many feelings! Some make us feel as light as a balloon, others as heavy as an elephant. In My Heart explores a full range of emotions, describing how they feel physically, inside, with language that is lyrical but also direct to empower readers to practice articulating and identifying their own emotions. With whimsical illustrations and an irresistible die-cut heart that extends through each spread, this gorgeously packaged and unique feelings book is sure to become a storytime favorite. |
| monster lesson plans: Beowulf , 2012-03-01 Finest heroic poem in Old English celebrates the exploits of Beowulf, a young nobleman of southern Sweden. Combines myth, Christian and pagan elements, and history into a powerful narrative. Genealogies. |
| monster lesson plans: The Nian Monster Andrea Wang, 2024-02 The Original Art 2017 Exhibit 2017-2018 Asian/Pacific American Librarians Association Literature Award Picture Book Honor STARRED REVIEW! Wang's story thrills but doesn't threaten: Chau's wonderfully vivid watercolors give the monster doe eyes and a round body that make him seem like a cranky, overgrown teddy bear, and Wang shares cultural information about the Chinese New Year with the lightest of touches.--Publishers Weekly starred review Tong tong! The legendary Nian monster has returned at Chinese New Year. With horns, scales, and wide, wicked jaws, Nian is intent on devouring Shanghai, starting with Xingling! The old tricks to keep him away don't work on Nian anymore, but Xingling is clever. Will her quick thinking be enough to save the city from the Nian Monster? |
| monster lesson plans: Pete the Cat: The Great Leprechaun Chase James Dean, Kimberly Dean, 2019-01-15 New York Times #1 Bestseller! New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean takes us on a St. Patrick's Day adventure with Pete the Cat as Pete discovers how lucky he actually is! It's St. Patrick's Day, and it's also the grand opening of Pete the Cat's leprechaun catching business. Pete gears up to trap a leprechaun for his friends! But catching a leprechaun is never easy—especially if it’s Clover, who's full of tricks. Will luck be on Pete’s side? Or will Pete learn luck is actually something earned? |
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