Virtual The Making of a Super Hero: Fiction, Fantasy, and the Real World

Program Type:

Online/Virtual, Library NExT, Science/STEAM

Age Group:

Elementary School Age
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Allowed Grades: 3rd Grade to 5th Grade

Event Details

In this interactive workshop, students will explore the hero’s journey in literature and the real world. Through video clips, presentations, discussions and group work, participants will learn about the concept of the hero’s journey as described by mythologist Joseph Campbell. Students then will look at heroes in literature, TV shows, graphic novels and movies. They will learn the attributes of a hero, identify their own “super powers,” and explore how science, technology, psychology and medicine contribute to today’s heroes.  

This is a virtual workshop.

Be sure to check your email for information and picking up supply kits at your chosen SDPL location prior to the class. 

*24 hours prior to the class, the instructor will email out the Zoom link, pass code and other possible instructions![

*Please read all the information below!

The San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extension are proud to bring all Library NExT programming to you for free, thanks to funding provided in whole or in part by the Library Foundation SD.

If you need special accessibility accommodations, information and program content can be made available in alternative formats upon request. To request disability-related modifications or accommodations, please email LibraryNExT@sandiego.gov

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Registration Policy and Procedures:

  • I understand students must attend all classes.
  • I understand students should arrive promptly for class and stay for the full duration of the class.
  • I understand this class is part of a partnership with UCSD. These classes differ from our regular programs in that they offer more of a structured, in-depth, and hands-on learning environment.
  • I understand I am responsible for arranging transport with/for my student(s) promptly at the start and end of the class.
  • I understand students should treat each other with respect; failure to do so could result in being dropped from the class.

By registering for the class, I agree and understand the restrictions, policies, and procedures outlined above.

Accessibility

Need disability-related modifications or accommodations? Information and program content can be made available in alternative formats upon request by emailing JFRogers@sandiego.gov.