Wizard World Vs. Star Wars: A Literary Exploration
Lauren James
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(3,143)
Explore literary themes found in both Star Wars and the Harry Potter books, along with other awesome novels that share these same themes. Great for fans, but no prior knowledge of these two fandoms is required to enjoy the class.
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
In this class, we'll discuss the plot elements and themes that the Wizard World and Star Wars have in common. Students will learn how to identify these themes and spot them in books they read in the future. Along the way, I'll recommend a variety of young adult novels (both classic and modern) that also fit these themes. This class is a great way to find your next favorite book! Due to the nature of the class, expect there to be spoilers both from Star Wars and from Harry Potter. This is a...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Types of FantasyThe different types of fantasy literature - what fantasy categories do the two fandoms fit into?Week 2Lesson 2The Hero's JourneyThe popular narrative pattern known as The Hero’s Journey - what are the steps of the Hero's Journey? How do Harry Potter and Star Wars fit into this popular literary format?Week 3Lesson 3The Orphan HeroWhat is this literary theme? Why is it so popular?Week 4Lesson 4Immortality, Light vs. DarkWe'll talk about these themes in literature, in history, and of course, in Harry Potter and Star Wars.
By the end of the course, students should be able to: ♦ Recount the different types of fantasy literature. ♦ Explain the basic progression of The Hero's Journey and give examples. ♦ Describe why authors and readers alike find the Orphan Hero theme appealing. ♦ Explain the literary themes of Good vs. Evil and Death and Immortality, giving examples from classical literature. ♦ Find a myriad of new books to read that use the same themes as these two popular fandoms.
I am a certified science teacher in the state of Arizona, with more than a decade of experience teaching children.
1 file available upon enrollmentPlease download and print the handout found in the welcome post - it will help your student to follow along during the "Hero's Journey" part of class, and also provide a list of books that have the same themes discussed in class.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
This class does have a significant spoiler from the Goblet of Fire movie, and one from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Outschool is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., owner of the Harry Potter® mark and related Harry Potter marks.
Star Educator
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(3,143)
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Completed by 182 learners
Ages: 10-15
