Project Introduction: Literary Heroes Expo - Begin the project with an immersive expo where students visit booths dedicated to various literary genres. Engage in interactive activities and discussions about the heroes within those genres to collect insights on how these characters reflect societal values. (25 min)

Essential Question Exploration - Discuss the essential question: 'In what ways do heroes in literature reflect the values and challenges of their societies?' Encourage students to share initial thoughts and ideas. (10 min)

Heroic Traits Brainstorm - In small groups, students brainstorm traits that define a hero and discuss how these traits might vary across different cultures and societies. (15 min)

Genre-Based Hero Discussion - Assign each group a genre and have them discuss a well-known hero from that genre, identifying traits and societal values reflected in their story. (15 min)

Character Analysis Workshop - Guide students in analyzing a hero from a selected text, focusing on the character's traits and the societal values they embody. Use specific details from the text to support their analysis. (15 min)

Reflective Journal Entry - Students write a journal entry reflecting on how the hero they analyzed reflects societal values and challenges, citing evidence from the text. (10 min)

Comparing and Contrasting Heroes - Facilitate a group activity where students compare and contrast heroes from different genres, discussing their traits and the societal values they represent. (15 min)

Gallery Walk - Conduct a gallery walk where groups present their findings from the comparison activity, encouraging peer feedback and discussion. (10 min)

Thematic Exploration Workshop - Dive deeper into the themes identified in the previous week by examining how these themes are reflected in different texts and genres. Facilitate group discussions and encourage students to cite specific evidence from texts. (15 min)

Heroic Values Mapping - Students create a visual map linking heroic traits to the societal values they reflect, using examples from texts discussed. Share maps within groups for collaborative refinement. (10 min)

Digital Storyboard Planning - Begin crafting digital storyboards for the storybooks. Focus on narrative structure, characters, and societal values represented by heroes. Encourage creativity in visual and textual elements. (15 min)

Peer Feedback Session - Share initial storyboard ideas within groups and gather constructive feedback to refine the narrative and visual elements. (10 min)

Interactive Genre Workshop - Host an interactive session exploring different genres and the unique ways they portray heroes. Discuss how genre influences the depiction of societal challenges and values. (15 min)

Podcast Planning and Interview Preparation - Start planning the podcast series by outlining topics and preparing interview questions. Discuss strategies for effective communication and deeper analysis. (10 min)

Storyboard Finalization - Continue developing digital storyboards based on peer feedback. Focus on finalizing the narrative and illustrations that highlight the societal impact of heroes. (15 min)

Podcast Recording Session - Begin recording the podcast series, focusing on analyzing and discussing literary heroes, incorporating interview segments with classmates. (10 min)

Hero Debate Preparation - Prepare for the upcoming 'Hero Debate' by researching societal values embodied by different literary heroes. Develop arguments supported by textual evidence. (15 min)

Reflective Group Discussion - Engage in a group discussion reflecting on the week's activities, focusing on how these have deepened understanding of societal values in literature. (10 min)

Podcast Finalization - Continue editing and refining the podcast series, ensuring clarity and cohesiveness. Integrate feedback received from peers and consider additional insights gathered from class discussions. (15 min)

Digital Storybook Review - Conduct a peer review of digital storybooks, focusing on narrative coherence and the portrayal of societal values. Provide constructive feedback to classmates. (10 min)

Hero Debate Practice - Engage in mock debates with classmates to practice presenting arguments on the societal values embodied by different literary heroes. Focus on using textual evidence to support arguments. (15 min)

Multimedia Presentation Development - Work on developing multimedia presentations that compare heroes from different genres, ensuring that digital tools are effectively used to highlight societal values. (10 min)

Community Hero Symposium Preparation - Organize materials and practice presentations for the upcoming Community Hero Symposium. Ensure that key points about how literary heroes reflect societal values are well articulated. (15 min)

Reflection Session - Reflect on personal growth throughout the project, focusing on new understandings of societal values and challenges as reflected in literature. Write a short journal entry to capture these reflections. (10 min)

Final Podcast Recording - Complete the final recording and editing of the podcast series, ensuring that all segments are polished and effectively communicate the analysis of literary heroes. (15 min)

Storybook Presentation Practice - Practice presenting digital storybooks to peers, focusing on engaging storytelling and the clear communication of how heroes reflect societal values. (10 min)

Community Hero Symposium - Participate in the symposium, presenting multimedia projects and engaging in discussions with community members and peers about the societal values embodied by literary and real-life heroes. (15 min)

Project Reflection and Celebration - Celebrate the completion of the project by sharing key learnings and insights with classmates. Reflect on how these experiences have enhanced understanding of societal values and heroism. (10 min)