Subject: The Last Leaf

Grade Level: Grade 10

Objective:

a. Cognitive: Identify the five elements of a story

b. Affective: Appreciate the moral of the story by listening and viewing the story and
how they can apply it to everyday living.

c. Psychomotor: Write a summary of the story that will include characters, setting,
conflict, and resolution.

Learning within and across curriculum:

- Within:

1) English - Analyzing characters, setting, plot, conflict, and themes in literary works.

2) Social Studies - Understanding the impact of selflessness and sacrifice in

historical events.

3) Psychology - Exploring the psychological motivations behind selfless acts in

society.

ENGAGE:

[Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing]

[Instructional Materials: None]

1) Idea - Students will role-play different characters from The Last Leaf, emphasizing
their traits and motivations.

2) Idea - Conduct a debate on the moral lessons of the story, encouraging critical
thinking and discussion.
EXPLORE:

Activity 1: Character Analysis

[Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning]

Materials - Copies of The Last Leaf, Character Analysis Worksheet

Significance - Understanding character development in a story

Instructions - Students will analyze the characters in The Last Leaf using the
worksheet provided.

1) Identify the protagonist and antagonist. (5 pts)

2) Describe the main character's internal conflict. (10 pts)

3) Explain how the characters contribute to the theme. (10 pts)

Assessment Questions:

1) Who is the protagonist in The Last Leaf?

2) How does the antagonist influence the plot?

3) Why is character development important in understanding a story?

Activity 2: Theme Exploration Through Art

[Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning]

Materials - Art supplies, The Last Leaf excerpts

Significance - Connecting themes to visual representation

Instructions - Students will create an art piece that represents the main theme of The
Last Leaf.

1) Create a visual representation of the story's theme. (10 pts)

2) Write a paragraph explaining the symbolism in the artwork. (10 pts)

3) Present the artwork to the class and explain its connection to the story. (10 pts)
Rubric:

- Creativity - 15 pts.

- Symbolism - 15 pts.

- Presentation - 10 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How did you decide on the symbols used in your artwork?

2) What message does your artwork convey about the theme of The Last Leaf?

3) How does creating art help deepen your understanding of literary themes?

Inclusive Activity 3: Summary Writing

[Teaching Strategy: Differentiation]

Materials - None

Significance - Enhancing writing skills and comprehension

Instructions - Students will write a summary of The Last Leaf focusing on characters,
setting, conflict, and resolution.

1) Include a brief description of each character. (5 pts)

2) Describe the setting and its significance to the story. (10 pts)

3) Explain the main conflict and how it is resolved. (10 pts)

Rubric:

- Character Description - 10 pts.

- Setting Analysis - 15 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) Why is it important to include the setting in your summary?

2) How does understanding the conflict help in writing a comprehensive summary?

3) What did you learn about the characters through writing this summary?

EXPLAIN:

Activity 1 - Students will analyze the characters in The Last Leaf to understand their
roles in the story.

Activity 2 - Students will create an artwork that symbolizes the main theme of The
Last Leaf.

Activity 3 - Students will practice summarizing the story to reinforce their

understanding of characters, setting, conflict, and resolution.

ELABORATE:

[Teaching Strategy: Experiential Learning]

Task 1 - Write a reflection on how the moral lesson of The Last Leaf can be applied
to real-life situations.

Task 2 - Create a modern-day adaptation of The Last Leaf, changing the setting and
characters to reflect current issues.

Supporting Material 1 - "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry - A short story with similar
themes of sacrifice and love.

Supporting Material 2 - "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant - A story that

explores the consequences of greed and materialism.

EVALUATE:

[Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning]

[Instructional Materials: Assessment Sheets]

Question 1 - How does understanding the characters in a story contribute to

analyzing its themes?

Question 2 - Why is it important to reflect on the moral lessons of a story and apply
them to real life?

Question 3 - How does summarizing a story help in identifying its key elements?

H.O.T.S.:

Question 1 - How might the story have changed if the setting was in a different time
period?

Answer 1 - Analyzing the impact of historical context on character motivations and

plot development.

Question 2 - What other forms of sacrifice can be seen in society today that reflect
the themes of The Last Leaf?

Answer 2 - Relating selflessness and sacrifice to contemporary events and personal

experiences.

Question 3 - How does the resolution of the conflict in The Last Leaf contribute to the
overall message of the story?

Answer 3 - Connecting the resolution to the theme of hope and perseverance in

challenging circumstances.

Assignment:

1) Create a short film adaptation of The Last Leaf, emphasizing the key elements of
the story.

2) Write a reflective essay on how the moral lesson of The Last Leaf can be applied
to your own life experiences.