Junior High School Department

Lesson Plan in English 10

Specific Objectives Topic/Content/ References/Materials Activities/Procedures Assessment Assignment

At the end of the lesson, Topic: “THE ODYSSEY” Preliminary Activities FREE INTERPRETATION HOMEWORK:
the students will be able to:
Method: 4A’s Approach THE ADVENTURES OF
a. identify the main References: ODYSSEUS
(Activity, Analysis, Abstraction, and
characters and Application)
events in the story; Internet: The teacher will divide the
https://youtu.be/g1jzQW7Volw?si=G9dw8I-Sk4k_BMMs students into 9 groups and
b. discuss the roles of assign each group about the
https://youtu.be/1TL6OlyLJ2I?si=9nbrw5fkBCHETc1U Prayer adventures of Odysseus on the
gods and the
Greetings way back home to Ithaca. The
importance of fate
Introduce Rules students will either act or
in Odysseus’s story;
Checking of Attendance report about the given topic.
and
Materials: Energizer
Laptop, Speaker, Projector, and Book Recall
c. establish the
chronology of major Skills: Activity
events in Comprehension, Critical thinking, Analytical
Odysseus’s journey; thinking, Writing and Creativity skills. The teacher/s will show picture and ask
the students insight about the picture.
Time Frame: 4 days (Boat in the middle of the sea.)
GROUP ACTIVITY:
d. travelogue. (Travelogue)
Analysis
 What does Odysseus begin to
learn about the consequences of Procedures:
his own behavior? Each group will…
 What are the challenges that
1. Recall a place you’ve
Odysseus has to face on his
journey home? gone the farthest.
 What are the Cyclops like? 2. Discuss with your
 Why did Odysseus stay in the
cave of the Cyclops? groupmates to whose
 Who gave Odysseus a bag of place/destination you’re
west wind/unfavorable wind? going to choose.
 When are they supposed to
open the bag? 3. Share your ideas about
 Why does Odysseus sleep with your chosen place.
Circe? 4. Research other
 How long do ODYSSEUS and
his men remain on the island of information.
Circe?
 What is the one item that
Odysseus carry into the
underworld?
 How many of Odysseus' men
are lost traveling through the
Strait of Scylla?
 Why do Calypso's maids giggle
when they see Odysseus?
 Who is the King of the Island
 of the Phaeacians?
 How did the King of the
Phaeacians help Odysseus in
returning home?
 After Odysseus returns to the
island of Ithaca, how does
Athena change his appearance
so he won't be recognized?
 How is the woman servant able
to identify Odysseus?

Abstraction

The teacher will then discuss the

following:

 Explain how each of the

specific challenges he faces
reflect strengths or weaknesses
in his character
 Explain the roles of gods and
the importance in Odysseus’
story
 Demonstrate the value of each
character in The Odyssey.

After the discussion, the teacher/s will

ask the students some questions. The
students will share their insights about
the story.
The following questions:

 What does The Odyssey teach

us about life?
 How is The Odyssey like a
journey through life?
 What is the main lesson that
Odysseus learns throughout his
journey?
 In a world governed by the
gods, is there any room for
human will?
 What value did The Odyssey
teach and how do you know?

Application

Group Activity: Travelogue

Introduce the destination, and your

purpose for visiting, and give a brief
overview of what the audience can
expect from your travelogue.

Background and history:

Provide some context on the
destination’s history, culture, and any
other relevant background information.
Prepared by: Ms. Jennifer C. Nicdao
Ms. Lyka A. Caballes
Ms. Gretchen L. Browa
Mentor: Mr. Livino Y. Letaba