This lesson plan challenges high school students to examine stereotypes by role playing different stereotypes and exploring an adolescent issue. Students read the novel "Stargirl" and research stereotypes and issues online. They then choose a stereotype and issue to explore through a creative writing assignment from that perspective. Students discuss their roles in literature circles and a class activity. The goal is for students to gain insight into others' experiences and reevaluate social groups and stereotypes.

1. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion [ Teacher Page ] A WebQuest for 9th Grade and 10 th Grade English Designed by: Elizabeth A. Reilly [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page

2. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion [ Teacher Page ] Hello students! You have just had the opportunity to encounter “Stargirl” by Jerry Spinelli. It was in this novel that high school social groups, and stereotypes were exposed. And now, we as a class and you as a high school student, get the chance to explore your own personal bias and stereotypes. You will be challenged in many ways; your perceptions and views will alter and change, and hopefully you will learn a thing or two about yourself and other individuals that appear to be completely different from you and your friends. You are going to be a stereotype that occurs in high school. You will walk in shoes of “ditzy cheerleader”, the “gothic emo”, the “pompous jock”, and so on for this unit. From here, you will then pick an issue that your age group is experiencing. In short, you will be a stereotype with an adolescent issue. I hope that reading “Stargirl”, and participating in the activities, will give you insight into another’s life. So lets get started on the scary journey together! If at anytime you feel extremely triggered and affected by an issue, their can and will be an alternate assignment. But if your a little uncomfortable, a little unsure, it means you are learning and growing! Throughout this unit, I want you to question why we have created stereotypes in high school, and what can Stargirl and the activities in class teach us about these stereotypes. Essentially, I want you to question your own role in continuing this labeling. So lets begin… CC, Flickr: Alana Holmberg's

5. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion [ Teacher Page ] CC, Flickr: GT_Rams' See 2 nd Rubric

6. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion [ Teacher Page ] CC, Flickr: GT_Rams' A Creative Writing Format Rubric: “Walking In Another Shoes”

7. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] It might be the end of this unit, but my hope is that you will take away some new insights about yourself and your peers. Essentially, the objective of this unit was to walk in another’s shoes. My hope is that participating in the activities helped you to recognize some of your own personal bias, and how you as a high school student succumb to the social structures of this school. Some questions to ponder as you continue your adventure through high school is: - What is my stereotype? - What roles do I play in my school? - What can I do to break down stereotypes? Perhaps we can all strive to be a little more like Stargirl when we begin to answer these questions with honesty and integrity!

8. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion [ Teacher Page ] This Template was created by The WebQuest Page and The WebQuest Slideshare Group The title picture was found on the website and is the cover for the novel “Stargirl” by Jerry Spinelli: - http://www.sd13.org/~ktucker/reviews/books/stargirl.jpg The following links were used from YouTube.com - http://youtube.com/watch?v=1i7kFCEB9A4&feature=related - http://youtube.com/watch?v=GZ_3p_PLJkg The following websites were used: - http://www.kqed.org/w/ymc/empowered/stereotypes.html - http://teen-culture.suite101.com/article.cfm/teen_stereotypes - http://www.media-awareness.ca/english/special_initiatives/toolkit/stereotypes/ The following creative commons pictures were found on http://flickr.com/ : Authors are: - Alana Holmberg - servabofidem - GT_Rams - scarlatti2004's

9. [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Teacher Page A WebQuest for 9th Grade and 10 th grade English Classrooms Designed by: Elizabeth Reilly [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

10. [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Teacher Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion The origin of this lesson plan stems from Mr. Terry Smith’s tenth grade honors English classroom. Being a student of his, I was able to take bits and pieces of his lesson plans in regards to teaching “Stargirl”, and apply some of his activities and thoughts to my own lesson plan. This lesson challenges students to walk in the shoes of others through writing activities, discussion, and games. The activities center around high school stereotypes and current adolescent issues. Students will role play a stereotype and issue, challenging preconceived notions of their peers. The novel “Stargirl” is the backbone of this experiment, becoming the main reference material for the students. .

11. [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Teacher Page This lesson is designed for 9 th grade students as well as 10 th grade students. Because of the content of the book, and the specific emotional, physical, and intellectual changes that are taking place with the younger high school students, it is best to limit this lesson to the freshman and sophomores. For this lesson students need to know: - The content of the novel “Stargirl” by Jerry Spinelli - Have background knowledge of current stereotypes in present high school settings - Have information about the different issues that occur in the 14-18 year old adolescent age group. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

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15. [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Teacher Page Student Rubrics best outline the expectation the that students should meet in order to be successful at this project. . The first rubric goes along with the literature circle that will take place: Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion See 2 nd Rubric

16. [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Teacher Page Student Rubrics best outline the expectation the that students should meet in order to be successful at this project. . The second rubric goes is the evaluation for the creative writing project: Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

19. [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Teacher Page After all is said and done, the hope is that the students challenge their perceptions of their peers, and gain insight about the social structures that high school dynamics create. If the process goes as follows, students will be able to relate the novel’s themes to their own real life experiences. You are a facilitator, quietly guiding the students on a self reflective journey during this unit. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

20. [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion This Template was created by The WebQuest Page and The WebQuest Slideshare Group The title picture was found on the website and is the cover for the novel “Stargirl” by Jerry Spinelli: - http://www.sd13.org/~ktucker/reviews/books/stargirl.jpg The following links were used from YouTube.com - http://youtube.com/watch?v=1i7kFCEB9A4&feature=related - http://youtube.com/watch?v=GZ_3p_PLJkg The following websites were used: - http://www.kqed.org/w/ymc/empowered/stereotypes.html - http://teen-culture.suite101.com/article.cfm/teen_stereotypes - http://www.media-awareness.ca/english/special_initiatives/toolkit/stereotypes/ The following creative commons pictures were found on http://flickr.com/ : Authors are: - Alana Holmberg - servabofidem - GT_Rams - scarlatti2004's