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The Peace Journey: Using Process Drama in the Classroom
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| Grades | 9 – 12 |
| Lesson Plan Type | Standard Lesson |
| Estimated Time | Five or six 50-minute class periods |
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Pleasanton, California |
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CALENDAR ACTIVITIES
Grades 7 – 12 | Calendar Activity | April 5
Pocahontas married John Rolfe on this date in 1614.
Students read "The Chieftan's Daughter" and are shown the fresco that tells the legend of Pocahontas. A class discussion follows regarding fact and fiction and students research Pocahontas.
Grades 9 – 12 | Calendar Activity | October 9
In 1940, Musician and peace activist John Lennon was born.
After listening to "Imagine," students reflect on the lyrics and answer questions. Then, they have a chance to write a stanza for their own song.
Grades K – 12 | Calendar Activity | September 21
Today is the International Day of Peace.
Students brainstorm a list of current conflicts and why people fight. Groups discuss and present possible solutions and create posters that promote their particular solution.
Grades 5 – 12 | Calendar Activity | November 21
Students study a letter written by a famous author to determine purpose, and words and phrases that make the letter meaningful. They can use the Letter Generator to write their own letter promoting peace.
Grades K – 12 | Calendar Activity | July 27
The Summer Olympics start today!
Students explore a variety of themes such as peace, culture, motion, sports, and competition using 2012 Summer Olympics games in London as the backdrop.
PODCAST EPISODES
Grades K – 5 | Podcast Episode
Use these books as a springboard to discuss how children and adults alike can use peaceful, nonviolent methods to affect change in society.