Week 3 Overview

Day 9: Hero Chapter

Essential Question:
How have challenges shaped who I am today?

Anchor Text:
"The Monkey Garden" or "Four Skinny Trees" from The House on Mango Street (resilience and growth themes)

Big Idea:
Everyone has experienced a hero's journey.

Students identify:

• Challenge

• Obstacle

• Helpers

• Turning Point

• Growth

Final Product:
6-panel Hero Comic Chapter