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Heaven or Ground Hog Day?

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Students discover the ideas of enlightenment by reading historical poetry. In this philosophical lesson plan, students read poems by Sir Walter Scott and Sergeant Joyce Kilmer while discussing the themes of the writing with classmates. Students view the Bill Murray film Groundhog Day and complete several activities based on the characters and existential viewpoints from the film.

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poetry, groundhog day, Holidays

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existentialism, groundhog day, Philosophy, poetry activity, english language arts
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Duration
3 hrs
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Project-Based Learning
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