Lesson Plan: The Dark Side of Magic: 5 Magicians Killed While Performing Magic Tricks
Lesson Plan: The Dark Side of Magic: 5 Magicians Killed While Performing Magic Tricks
Grade Level: 9-12
Objective: To explore the risks involved in performing magic tricks and the importance of safety measures in the world of magic. This lesson aims to develop critical thinking skills, risk assessment abilities, and an understanding of the entertainment industry.
Common Core Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.2: Determine two or more central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another to provide a complex analysis; provide an objective summary of the text.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.1.B: Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience's knowledge level and concerns.
Materials:
- Access to articles or videos about magicians who were killed while performing magic tricks
- Worksheets for note-taking and reflection
- Devices with internet access for multimedia content viewing (optional)
Procedure:
1. Introduction (10 minutes)
- Begin the lesson by discussing the allure and danger associated with magic tricks.
- Ask students if they are familiar with any magicians who have tragically lost their lives while performing.
- Introduce the topic of magicians killed while performing magic tricks and the importance of understanding the risks involved in the entertainment industry.
2. Presentation of Cases (25 minutes)
- Present each case of magicians who were killed while performing, one by one, using articles or videos as sources.
- Instruct students to take notes while listening or observing each case, identifying the circumstances, potential causes, and any thoughts or questions that arise.
3. Analysis and Discussion (20 minutes)
- Facilitate a class discussion about each case presented, encouraging students to share their thoughts and reactions.
- Guide the discussion to analyze the risks involved in the specific magic tricks performed and the potential safety measures that could have been taken.
- Discuss the responsibilities of both the magicians and the event organizers in ensuring the safety of performers.
4. Individual Reflection (15 minutes)
- Distribute worksheets that require students to individually reflect on each case presented and provide their analysis and evaluation.
- Instruct students to write a response discussing their thoughts on the risks involved, the potential safety measures that could have been taken, and the responsibilities of magicians and event organizers.
5. Group Activity: Safety Measures in Magic (20 minutes)
- Divide students into small groups and assign each group a specific magic trick or illusion.
- Instruct each group to brainstorm and discuss safety measures that should be taken while performing the assigned trick, considering potential risks and precautions.
- Encourage groups to think creatively and come up with innovative ideas to ensure the safety of the performer.
6. Group Presentations and Discussion (15 minutes)
- Have each group present their assigned magic trick and the safety measures they have brainstormed.
- Facilitate a class discussion on the effectiveness of the safety measures proposed and encourage students to provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
7. Conclusion (5 minutes)
- Summarize the main points discussed in the lesson, emphasizing the importance of safety measures in the world of magic.
- Reflect on the risks associated with performing magic tricks and the responsibilities of both magicians and event organizers.
- Encourage students to approach entertainment careers with caution and prioritize safety in their performances.
Common Core Labels Correlations:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.2
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.1.B
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