Stories, parables, and literature allow students to visualize different people, holidays, customs, and traditions within a particular religion in a more concrete way. There are many books related to Buddhism that teachers can use to help students form a deeper understanding of the religion and the people who practice it. In this activity, students will create a plot diagram to summarize a story relating to Buddhism. This example focuses on the life of Siddhartha Gautama, Buddha, as told in the book Under the Bodhi Tree.
There are many other engaging books that introduce students to the traditional folktales and stories relating to Buddhism. Here are some suggestions:
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Objective: After listening to or reading the story, create a narrative storyboard that includes important details from the beginning, middle, and end.
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Requirements: Include events from the beginning, middle, and end of the story.