The Wizard of Oz: Book vs Movie
Exploring Characters, Events, and Stories Grade 2 English Language Arts
Meet Dorothy: Character Traits
Dorothy is brave - she faces the scary tornado Dorothy is kind - she helps her friends along the way Dorothy is determined - she never gives up on getting home Dorothy is curious - she explores the magical land of Oz
Story Sequencing Challenge
Put the events in order: Dorothy's house lands in Oz She meets the Scarecrow They visit the Wizard Dorothy clicks her heels three times
Cause and Effect in Oz
{"left":"The tornado hits Kansas\nDorothy's house lands in Oz\nDorothy wants to go home","right":"She follows the Yellow Brick Road\nFriends need help from the Wizard\nThey all travel together to Emerald City"}
Book vs Movie: What's Different?
Think and Share
Which version shows Dorothy's feelings better - the book or the movie? Why do you think so? What evidence can you give from each version?
Venn Diagram: Similarities and Differences
Book Only: More detailed descriptions Both: Dorothy wants to go home Both: She meets three friends Movie Only: Songs and dancing Movie Only: Sepia and color scenes
Remember What We Learned
Stories can be told in different ways, but the main message stays the same. - There's no place like home -