1. Old Man & the Sea Unit Mr. Lancto
What Makes a Hero?
Old Man & the Sea Unit
Mr. Lancto

2. What is a Hero?
This is probably what we think of when he hear the word “Hero”…
Yet, what defines a hero?
Who decides what a hero is?
Do Heroes always have to sacrifice something? If so why?

3. Activity
You must come up with your own definition of a Hero
Create a list of 5 of the most important qualities that make up a Hero
Name 1 person who is your Hero and explain why
Draw a visual image of your Hero

4. Old Man and the Sea Unit Mr. Lancto
Relationships
Old Man and the Sea Unit
Mr. Lancto

5. Kinds of Relationships
Family
Intimate
Professional
Spiritual
Inspirational
Nature
Mentor
Role Model
Any others???

6. Role Models, Mentors, and Inspirational People
How and why do we choose these people?
Do we always have a choice ?
What are the traits or things that define this kind of relationship?
Who are the people in your life that have made a difference?
Does physical appearance, money, race, or age matter ?
What duties or standards are this person held to?
Is this always fair?
Why do our Role Models, Mentors, & Inspirations change as we grow up?

7. Narrative
Write a 1st person narrative describing an event, memory, or anything else that your Role Model, Mentor, Inspiration did in order for you to label them as that special person
1-2 pgs.
Must include sensory images:
Sight
Sound
Touch
Taste
Smell
Include both kinds of dialogue (Internal and conversational)

8. Old Man and the Sea Unit Mr. Lancto
Man’s Place in Nature
Old Man and the Sea Unit
Mr. Lancto

9. A History of Natural Disasters

10. Nature VS. Man
Describe the relationship between Man and Nature
Explain why Man must respect and live harmoniously with Nature
What are the consequences of not respecting Nature?