Possible Selves: What is Possible for me?“Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast.”

Calendar—Possible Selves CurriculumWolverine Camp:

August 26th (MON)August 27th (TUE)August 28th (WED)

Possible Selves Extension Lessons-AdvisoryAugust 29th, 30th

September 3rd, 5th and 6th

Wolverine Camp Extension Lessons-Fridays during Advisory (see “Wolverine Camp” schedule for dates)

Today…

1. Demonstrate the first Lesson2. Distribute Teacher Books and Pacing3. Q & A

DAY 1 (Aug 27th –first half of lesson 1): WELCOME TO POSSIBLE SELVES

What does possible selves mean?Compare & Contrast (CER?) Two Different Possible Selves

Fear of the Future—read and discuss (B-Rod)I have a Dream—read and discuss (Clement)Turn & Talk

How are the two writer’s vision of the future different?

Movie Clips & Discussion

Possible Selves…what does it mean to you?(2 minutes whole group brainstorm…use “padlet”)

Simon’s Big 42012-13

“21st Century Skills-Collaboration”

Possible Selves…

…are ideas about what you might become in the future.

Fear of the Future

“Next year I hope to be in school, legally at home, and stop using cocaine.

I expect to be using drugs and alcohol, be involved in a crime, start fencing again, and be at home.

I’m fearful I might start using morphine or heroin, doing worse crimes like armed robbery, and living on the streets.”

-Paul, age 16

Simon’s Big 42012-13

“21st Century Skills-Communication”

And “Formative Assessment”

I Have a Dream“When I grow up, I want to be a judge.

First, I’ll need to become a good lawyer, so I have to study hard now and finish high school with good grades.

Then, I’ll be able to go to college and, later, to a good law school.”

-Jamaal, Age 14

Simon’s Big 42012-13

“21st Century Skills-Communication”

And “Formative Assessment”

Stand Up!

…walk 5 chairs away and discuss…• How are the writer’s visions of the

future alike and different?

• What goals and plans did Paul and Jamaal have?

• How would you describe their “outlook” or “attitude” about the future?

Simon’s Big 42012-13

“21st Century Skills-Collaboration and Critical Thinking”

Possible Selves…Homer was a young man who lived in a small mining town. His Dad wanted him to grow up and take his job at the Mines. Homer had a different dream. He wanted to build rockets and, eventually, go to Space himself. I am going to show you two short clips from the movie. Then, we’ll discuss some questions about the clips. October Sky Clip 1 (3 minutes) In the mean time, his terminally ill Mother encourages his dream and he builds his own rocket…October Sky (Clip 2) (3 minutes)

Possible Selves Film Discussion Guide•What was the main character’s dream?•What people or circumstances tried to block the character from reaching the dream?•Who played a supportive role in helping the main character attain the dream?•What did the character do?•Who determines what is possible for you?•What barriers can block you from reaching your dreams?•How does one overcome barriers?•What positive action can various people take to help you reach your dreams?•What kind of effort does success require?

Possible Selves…Let’s Look at the Book & Pacing Calendar!Take away two things…1. This program is powerful…2. Read and study the lessons in advance so we can be successful.