Renaissance Revisited, Revitalized, Relived
| State | WV |    |
| Status | Ready for Users | |
| Stage | Public | |
| Subject | English/Language Arts Social Studies Vocational/Technical | |
| Author | Anne Yost
Sharon Price Jenny Santilli South Harrison High School | |
| Description | This cross-curricular unit will study the history of the
European Renaissance emphasizing the cultural transformation which took place at that time. The literary work of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet will be a focal point. The unit will culminate with the production of a Renaissance Faire. | |
| The 21st Century Tools | Computers with access to Internet
PowerPoint software Word Processing software TV VCR Computer Projector Stereo (optional) Digital Camera (optional) Overhead Projector | |
| Grade Level | 9 10 | |
| National Standards | LANGUAGE ARTS:
Gathers and uses information for research purposes. Uses reading skills and strategies to understand and interpret a variety of informational texts. Uses viewing skills and strategies to understand and interpret visual media. WORLD HISTORY: Understands the redefinition of European society and culture from 1000 to 1300 CE. Understands how European society experienced political, economic, and cultural transformations in an age of global intercommunication between 1450 and 1750. Understands the economic, political, and cultural interrelations among peoples of Africa, Europe, and the Americas between 1500 and 1750. LIFE SKILLS: Contributes to the overall effort of a group. Works well with diverse individuals and in diverse situations. Displays effective interpersonal communication skills. | |
| Career Clusters | Fine Arts and Humanities Health and Human Services | |
| Keywords | Renaissance research
Romeo and Juliet Culinary Arts Entertainment Fashion | |
| Lesson Plan URLs (new Window) | Overview: Renaissance Revisited, Revitalized, Relived
Lesson 1: Renaissance Revisited Lesson 2: Enchanting Encounter Lesson 3: Captivating Cuisine Lesson 4: Courtly Contests Lesson 5: Mirror, Mirror | |
| English IGO or CSO | 9.1, 9.5, 9.7, 9.8, 9.12, 9.13, 9.14, 9.15, 9.16, 9.17, 9.19, 9.21, 9.22, 9.23, 9.25, 9.26, 9.28, 9.30, 9.32, 9.37, 9.40, 9.45, 9.65, 9.68, 9.74, 9.95, 9.97 | |
| Social Studies IGO or CSO | 10.38, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.54, 10.57, 10.63, 10.64, 10.65, 10.69 | |
| Vo Tech IGO or CSO | ADC26, ADC27, ADC30, ADC35, ADC37 | |