Universal Theme: The Cycle of Life

Through an analysis of E. E. Cummings' poem "anyone lived in a pretty how town,” an using the myth of Daedalus and Icarus, and Pieter Bruegel the Elder's painting "Landscape with the Fall of Icarus," as supplemental resources, students will analyze the theme of the importance of the cycle of life and nature as it pertains to human existence. The three texts come from dramatically different genres, time periods, and settings capturing the essence of a universal theme.
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 11
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 4 Hour(s)
Keywords: diction, syntax, characters, setting, conflict, plot, poetry, narrative poetry, E.E. Cummings, anyone lived in a pretty how town, Icarus, art, myth, e.e. cummings, Daedalus and Icarus, Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, Bruegel the Elder
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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