1. 9-15-15 Archetypes JOURNAL  Think of two popular fairy tales from your childhood. It could be Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, The Three Little Pigs, etc. 1. Now, make a list of each of the main characters and describe their role in the story. 2. Compare the two stories: Write about similarities you see between the characters and the roles they play in the story. AGENDA Journal Archetype Notes Learning Target: I can identify and develop archetypes. Reminders: Vocabulary Test- Friday CTRL Due Friday!

2. Archetypes  What is an archetype?  The word is derived from the Greek: arche, original, and typos, form or model.  Archetype means: Original Model.  They are universal in human beings and occur in literature of every age. Each character in a story fulfills a role that was destined from the beginning of story telling…

3. Protagonist or Antagonist? PProtagonist- the main character in a story. The one the audience cheers for. The plot revolves around this character. Usually the hero, but does not have to be. EXAMPLE: Harry Potter, Harry Potter series AAntagonist- the character that opposes or goes against the protagonist. Usually the villain, but does not have to be. EExample: Shares a differing view from the protagonist or creates friction. EXAMPLE: Voldemort, Harry Potter

4. Examples of Archetypes  Use your chart to fill in notes as we go…

5. The Hero/ Heroine  The main character.  Self-Sacrifice- the hero will pay a price to achieve their goal.  Not necessarily moral, but the one that the reader cheers for.  Goes on a journey (physical, mental, or emotional). Must learn something/change by the end.

6. The Heroes Journey  The protagonist of a story must take a journey or quest where he/she… Learns something about herself/himself Learns something about life in general Accomplishes a difficult task Finds meaning or purpose in life. Examples?

7. Heroes/Heroines

8. THE QUEST  Material Wealth- Treasure Hunt! Pirates or the Caribbean- Jack Sparrow is in search of treasure.  Global Good- Earth is threatened. Armageddon, Bruce Willis dies for the planet. Tomb Raider, Angelina Jolie  Self-Identity Good Will Hunting, Matt Damon plays a brilliant but troubles janitor of an ivy- league college who solves an impossible math problem.

9.  Happiness The Pursuit of Happyness, Will Smith is on a quest to find happiness for himself and his son.  Peace Gladiator Russell Crowe’s character wants to find peace after his family is killed and he is sold as a gladiator.

10. Mother Figure CComforts NNurtures & gives guidance to the protagonist. CCan be called on in times of need. EExamples?

11.  Mother Earth- sustenance for humans/animals.  Fairy God Mother- always there when you need her!

12. The Wise Mentor/ Teacher  Gives wisdom in the face of challenges.  Aides and/or trains the main character.  Gives them gifts that are important to the hero successfully completing their quest.

13.  Gandalf- The Lord of the Rings  Dumbledore- Harry Potter

14. The Sidekick  The trusting character, while a bit dependent and naive, has the optimism to take the journey.  Works along side either the antagonist or the protagonist  Examples?

16. The Villain/ Evil Figure  Often takes the form of the antagonist (anti-hero), but not always.  Often wants power/control at any price  Usually amoral- no sense of morals  Has many tricks to getting what he/she wants… Cunning & Wit Attractiveness Supernatural Power

18. Trickster  The Trickster is a clown, a mischief maker.  Can be associated with the villain, or the hero.  Sometimes provides the comedic relief.  The trickster usually uses his/her cunning and/or wit, against strength and brawn of other characters.  Examples?

20. THINKING AHEAD…  As we read our stories over the next few weeks, I want you to keep these archetypes in mind.  Which archetype do each of your characters fit?  What is their role in the story?

21. Exit Slip…  Give literary/movie examples (not covered in class) of the following…. A hero/heroine A villain A Mentor/Teacher A sidekick A mother figure

22. September 16, 2014  Please be seated when the bell rings. Write down the learning target and begin reading your IR book.  Focus Question: Describe the tone in the novel thus far. Agenda: Independent Reading Archetype group work Learning Target: I can use archetypes to create an interesting story. Reminders: Vocab HW due tomorrow. Vocab quiz Friday. CTRL due Friday!

23. September 16, 2015  Please be seated when the bell rings. Have your IR book on your desk. Agenda: Pen Pal Letters IR Learning Target: I can effectively write a letter. Reminders: Diagnostic tomorrow.

24. September 14, 2015  Please come in and be seated, take our your God/Goddess assignment Agenda: Creating your God/Goddess Project Independent Reading Learning Target: I can make a connection between Greek mythology through creating my own god/goddess Reminders: Projects due today!