Dahl, Michael. Superman: The Museum Monsters. Mankato: Stone
Arch, 2009. Print.
Author: Michael Dahl
Genre: Fiction, Comics
Lexile Level: 530L
ISBN: 978-1-4342-1157-6
Grades: 2-3
Summary:
The plot unexpectedly unfolds as Daily Planet reporters Clark Kent (superman)
and Lois Lane (his fellow reporter) are covering the opening of the new
Metropolis Museum. Suddenly, a gigantic skeleton of a blue whale comes to life
plus Mr. Mxyzptlk has returned from the Fifth Dimension with dozens of
troublesome tricks. But Superman got it.
Book Review:
I believe this book is very appropriate for the age level it is intended: the children at that level will probably be familiar with Superman Movies. The books as well as movies about superheroes are still relevant, as
they were 10 years ago same as today. People will always want to experience
that suspense, fear, that “yes!” and a feeling of victory. Plus, all of us are
still fascinated by the impossible and magical so I don’t think these series
will ever be outdated, especially when we made movies out of them.This book has that also a little bit of a mystery that goes along with it, so it is definitely bound to keep the students interested till the end.
Activity: The students will
read the book and will talk about the aspects of a superhero, such as superman.
They will talk and compare the other superheroes’ superpowers, clothes and
names and brainstorm ideas of what a superhero must have to be considered a
superhero. Then the students will be asked to create their own superhero character.
They will think of the components that a superhero must have, such as the name,
skill, clothes, superpowers, etc. The students will be using half-done example
comic sheets as well as blank ones to create their character. The full lesson
is found Here
Standards: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.7
Explain how specific aspects of a text's illustrations contribute to what is conveyed by the words in a story (e.g., create mood, emphasize aspects of a character or setting)
Explain how specific aspects of a text's illustrations contribute to what is conveyed by the words in a story (e.g., create mood, emphasize aspects of a character or setting)
Goal: Students will look at
the make-up of a superhero
Objective: Using the book and
imagination, the students will create their own superhero character; making
sure to have at least three components: name, clothing and superpower or skill.
Outcome: Students will know
the basic aspects that any superhero must have
Works Cited:
https://teachers.theguardian.com/system/files/assets/54/8491/Suggested_Plan_1_Complete.pdf Superhero Lesson Plan
