English Symbolism Lesson
Plan
Overview
Materials
Procedure
Evaluation
Students will use group input and literature to give examples
of the use of symbolism in spoken, written, graphic and
other visual forms, then collate that information to a
Springnote page
Internet Access
Springnote Accounts
photocopies of The sick rose by William Blake
video: 'Symbolism,' Inside Out, program 3
1. Groups of students make a list of some of the symbols
encountered in everyday life, for example a green light tells
you it is your turn to go
2. Extending the examples: Then class them under the
headings - visual, written, music and sound effects, nonverbal, verbal
3. Symbols and cultural contexts: working individually,
students use the following headings to
make a list of examples in each category
- symbols with changing meanings,
symbols with universal meanings
4. Brainstorm list of words and phrases
used every day but not a part of
language speech.
5. Students read the poem by William
Blake. In groups discuss their
interpretations and discuss the differences
6. Post all to Springnote page
Each student in each group will be evaluated by their group
members as well as the teacher on their effort throughout
Image from http://news-libraries.mit.edu/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/book_sale.jpg
Adapted from http://www.curriculum.edu.au/verve/_resources/Symbolism.pdf