Step+One

What is a hero? What is your definition of a hero?

 * ==Show pictures of various people in history/media that the students know.==
 * ==Discuss similarities and differences of heroes.==
 * ==Discuss characteristics of heroes.==
 * ==Students define in own words --continuum (someone who has changed history and/or the way people live)==
 * ==Discuss local heroes (school, community) vs. national/world heroes.==
 * ==Show video clip about how leaders and events shape our community==
 * ==Possible extension activity:==
 * ==Children can create podcasts explaining why their person is a hero to them==

//Homework assignment for part 1:// Bring in a picture of a personal hero with a caption describing why they think he/she is a hero.

Hero Introduction Heroes of History Video: How Leaders and Events Shape Communities Scholastic Lesson on Heroes
 * __Teacher Resources:__**

Tech Integration Suggestions from Dianne:
 * Use Kidspiration to have the students map out the characteristics of a Hero
 * Use Pixie to Draw a picture and write about Heros
 * Use Wallwisher to have the students post characteristics of Heros
 * Use SMARTboard sorts to reinforce material

STEP 2