Exploring Legends
Grade 7th Grade · ELA · 45 min· 2.9a
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can explain what a legend is and how it is different from a myth or fairytale.
Warm-Up Video
Once Upon A Story · 7:11
The Legend of the Bluebonnet by Tomie dePaola: Children's Books Read Aloud on Once Upon A Story
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The people believed the Great Spirits were angry because they were selfish and took from the earth without giving back.
- 2
To please the Great Spirits, the people had to sacrifice their most valued possession by burning it and spreading the ashes.
- 3
She Who Is Alone sacrificed her doll, and in return, beautiful blue flowers (bluebonnets) grew where the ashes fell, and the rain returned.
Practice Questions
9 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“After listening to the story, is "The Legend of the Bluebonnet" a true story? What makes it a legend and not just a regular story?”
Complete Lesson Package
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