Lesson Plan

The Making of a Superhero

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Thor, Loki, Iron Man, and Captain America. As part of their study of Greek and Roman gods and heroes, middle schoolers compare the characters in The Avengers to Greek counterparts. Individuals then create their own superhero, describe his/her strengths and weaknesses, and then create an image of this fantastic person.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Create a gallery of superheroes and have individuals act as docents for their creation
Classroom Considerations
  • Although the lessons are designed to prepare class members for a visit to Chicago's Smart Museum, the works can also be viewed online
  • The cross-curricular lessons are designed to be presented with the involvement of the art teacher
Pros
  • The richly detailed plans include links to additional resurces
Cons
  • No rubric for the project is included