The Man Who Planted Hope - one man's story of environmental restoration (6-8)
Overview
| Program Description: |
The program is presented in the character of Monsieur Giono who speaks with a strong French accent. He has an engaging persona and audiences are eager to assist him with his English from time to time... Read more
The program is presented in the character of Monsieur Giono who speaks with a strong French accent. He has an engaging persona and audiences are eager to assist him with his English from time to time. His account sensitizes listeners to the severe impacts humans can have on the environment, and come to realize how much an individual can affect positive change. Much is learned about trees, water conservation, and ecological succession. Listeners are also exposed to another language and culture. When the 35-minute story is over, I break character and conclude the program with a moving sing-along/sign-along ode to the beauty and restorative power of nature.
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| Available to Grade(s): |
6, 7, 8 |
Logistics
| Program Format: |
In-School Performance |
| Program Format Details: |
Program intended for the entire grade level to experience together. |
| Cost Per Student: |
$10 |
| Number of Visits: |
1 |
| Length of Visit: |
45 minutes |
| Availability: |
All year |
Requirements
| Program Requires Prior Meeting: |
no |
| Materials Arts Provider Provides: |
A sound system if needed for large groups. A copy of The Man Who Planted Trees, from which the story was adapted. |
| Materials School Provides: |
a tall stool if presented in a classroom |
| Space: |
Auditorium or open stage space with theater seating for students |
| Space and/or Set Up Requirements for Program: |
access to quiet performing space 10 minutes prior to the program |
Learning Standards
| Curriculum Focus: |
Social Studies |
| Common Core Standard: |
Grade 6, 7, 8 Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems |
| Art Form: |
Theater |
| Core Art Standard: |
Responding Anchor Standard 7: Perceive and analyze artistic work |
| Program Learning Targets: |
Students will watch a quiet, but compelling story about one individual's dedication to environmental recovery. Students will be exposed to many French words and help the narrator periodically with t... Read more
Students will watch a quiet, but compelling story about one individual's dedication to environmental recovery. Students will be exposed to many French words and help the narrator periodically with translations. Students will learn about ecological succession.
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