1. Superheroes

2. Learning Outcomes In this unit you will: Identify and describe the traditions and conventions associated with storytelling. Research the history of the comic; conventions; types of characters and themes associated with the storylines. Write creatively and formally. Prepare and present an oral presentation.

3. Storytelling is the art of conveying events in words, images, and sounds, often by improvisation or embellishment. Stories are shared in many cultures as a means of entertainment, education, preservation of culture and to instill knowledge and values/morals. Important elements of storytelling include plot and characters, as well as the narrative point of view. Storytelling

4. Traditionally, oral stories were passed from generation to generation, and survived solely by memory. With written media, this has become less important. Task: 1. List 3 ways of telling stories. 2. Explain why many cultures share stories. 3. Identify 3 important parts of storytelling. Storytelling

5. Superhero ConventIonsSuperhero ConventIons Common Characteristics Extraordinary powers and abilities A sidekick or helper who knows their secret A strong moral code A motivation or reason A secret identity A distinctive costume A number of enemies including an arch enemy who is more troubling than the others Independent wealth or an occupation that allows for minimal supervision An "origin story" Headquarters or a base of operations

6. Common costume features Many features of superhero costumes recur frequently, including the following: A mask A symbol, such as a stylized letter or visual icon, usually on the chest. Form-fitting clothing, tights or Spandex. Capes are closely associated with super heroes.

7. My superhero- success criteria Imagine you have been asked to write the recipe for a superhero. The main conventions that we have covered about superheroes are the ingredients. You must have at least 7 ingredients. Give your superhero a snappy name. Draw a coloured picture of your superhero.

8. Creative Writing: Superhero Story Success Criteria Task: Write a story about how he/she became a superhero. Include: A description of where they were born and grew up An event which they discovered that they had superpowers A description of their powers A conflict that they were involved in where they had to use their superpowers The name of your superhero and an explanation of why they chose it Your story should be at least 200 words in length. Your story should also include the use of 5 poetic techniques such as metaphor, simile, alliteration, onomatopoeia, assonance and personification.

9. Close reading unseen text

10. Formal Writing Write 300 words to either agree or disagree with the following topic: Superhero comics have no value in the 21st Century Remember the lessons on formal writing that we did at the end of term 1 and use those methods.

11. Public speaking 1)A good speaker doesn’t… 2) The best techniques for public speaking are… 3) The best public speaker I have ever seen was______________ because… 4) Teachers don’t realise it but public speaking is___________ because… 5) When I have to speak in front of a large group I feel________________ because… 6) There is no point in learning to speak well in front of others because… 7) Duh! You have to be able to speak well in front of others because…

12. Oral Presentation Success Criteria 1. Use cue cards with the outline of the presentation on it. 2. The speaker should stand tall and his/her face should be clearly seen. 3. The presentation should be clearly heard by everyone. 4. The speaker's tone of voice should change as the presentation is given. 5. The speed of the speaker’s voice should change at times in the presentation. 6. Make eye contact with the audience. 7. The presentation should be interesting and involve the audience because it has: A strong opening statement A good clear structure The main ideas are repeated It uses features of oral language e.g. - humour if appropriate. - props if appropriate.

13. Project/Presentation 43 pts2 pts 1 pts Content Exceeds The forms and scripts include all information relevant to the topic in an organized fashion and includes effective use of sources. Good Forms and scripts include all relevant information; however, it does not utilize the resources and/or is not well-organized. Fair Does not have all of the relevant information on the forms or in the script. Sources and information are not used in an effective manner, or there is not enough information presented. Information is presented in an unorganized fashion Poor The forms and script are lacking in elements required and in resources used. There are many gaps in information presented. Work quality/effo rt Exceeds The work done exceeds all expectations and shows that the learner is proud of his/her work. The effort that was put into this task is the best it can be by the learner. Good The work was done with good effort that shows what the learner is capable of. It is evident that time was put into this poster and presentation. Fair Work is done with fair effort, but the quality is still not what the learner is capable of. It is evident that the work was rushed. Poor Work is done with little effort, quality is not what the learner is capable of. It is evident that the work was rushed and little time was spent on the final product. Work is incomplete. Style/Mech anics Exceeds The adventure has an element of creativity and style,, and is not just a list of facts. The poster is presented in a clear and concise manner with full understanding of the subject. Good The adventure is clear and logical and contains facts as well as very few mistakes. Good clear presentation. Fair The adventure lacks style and reads more like a list of facts than an oral group presentation. The poster lacks neatness and clarity Poor The adventure lacks a clear understanding of the subject matter and their are many errors. Poster is not creative. Presentatio n Exceeds The student speaks clearly and puts information with complete understanding of their information.It is evident that the student has prepared what they will say. Good The student speaks clearly and presents a good amount of the information expected. Fair There are several confusing moments and the information presented is not completed relayed during the presentation. The student has not practiced or prepared. Poor The student is unprepared to present. No preparation was done for the presentation and the information that was presented lacks many elements of what is expected.