klmama Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I can't remember who wrote about that on the old board, and now I can't find the link to get there to search. Did the project ever get off the ground? Is it available? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deeinfl Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Ha! I'd buy it in a heart beat because that would be a subject that would get done. :) If they made a whole unit study curriculum centered on Star Wars, my son would get straight A's. LOL! Dee in FL ps I'll be following this thread, I just have to know:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 would turn into an A+, super-diligent and efficient student if academics were centered around Star Wars! The kid eats, sleeps and breathes Star Wars! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5wolfcubs Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I don't think so...the legalities of using the StarWars name/info made it impossible. My kids would've loved it too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne in ABQ Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Very much fun it would have been. Deeply saddened I am that the pleasure of combining grammar with Star Wars my son will not have. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melmc Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Haha Suzanne! Oh, I wish this would happen somehow in spite of trademarks and legalities. My almost 8 yo is all about Star Wars. The kid remembers every tiny detail and even pointed out to me that in a book about the making of Revenge of the Sith the color of Kit Fisto's lightsaber is wrong in a sketch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest siege571 Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 I was just thinking about doing this--my 12 yr old son is a SW freak... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmamainva Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 My two boys - 9th and 4th grades - are also avid Star Wars fans -- let me know if this ever develops!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karenciavo Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 I believe Toni aka Gothicgyrl was going to put that together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybear Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 We have a book on the connections between classic myths and Star Wars. I think you could do a whole study based on that theme. My ds was comparing which SW character was like which character in myth, just based on a casual conversation.I don't have the book right in front of me, but I'll check later and post it if anyone is interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Academy of Jedi Arts Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 Yes, you can have many discussions comparing Star Wars and classic mythology. Another subject you can tie in is science. Thinking as to how to do a grammar program is very interesting indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jail warden Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 We have a book on the connections between classic myths and Star Wars. I think you could do a whole study based on that theme. My ds was comparing which SW character was like which character in myth, just based on a casual conversation.I don't have the book right in front of me, but I'll check later and post it if anyone is interested. Yes, please post! My son is an average 8 yob who LOVES Star Wars!!! He would also have all A's if the subject was Star Wars! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 YEs I need that book on mythology and Star Wars!!!! Please post! thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Academy of Jedi Arts Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 http://www.castlebooks.com/star-wars-lesson-plan.htm You might want to check these out too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asher Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 Haha Suzanne! Oh, I wish this would happen somehow in spite of trademarks and legalities. My almost 8 yo is all about Star Wars. The kid remembers every tiny detail and even pointed out to me that in a book about the making of Revenge of the Sith the color of Kit Fisto's lightsaber is wrong in a sketch. LOL! This sounds like my ds. Quite the detail oriented one. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asher Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 Yes, you can have many discussions comparing Star Wars and classic mythology. Another subject you can tie in is science. Thinking as to how to do a grammar program is very interesting indeed. I saw a documentary about tying in SW & Classical Mythology on the History Channel, maybe? Very interesting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 What age would you say this is geared for? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Academy of Jedi Arts Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 I would say upper elementary at least. It goes well with Bulfinch, if I remember correctly. There is Star Wars the Legacy Revealed from the History Channel (with cool extras) http://www.history.com/minisite.do?content_type=Minisite_Generic&content_type_id=54079&display_order=1&mini_id=54078 Lucas learning makes some cool computer games for little kids- lesson plans available on the site http://www.lucaslearning.com/ ETA: Here's some free science stuff http://www.mos.org/starwars/doc/1861 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 I would say upper elementary at least. It goes well with Bulfinch, if I remember correctly. There is Star Wars the Legacy Revealed from the History Channel (with cool extras) http://www.history.com/minisite.do?content_type=Minisite_Generic&content_type_id=54079&display_order=1&mini_id=54078 Lucas learning makes some cool computer games for little kids- lesson plans available on the site http://www.lucaslearning.com/ ETA: Here's some free science stuff http://www.mos.org/starwars/doc/1861 Oh, Jedi Master you're timing is perfect. We are doing Bulfinch this year for literature. My padawan (although now he hates to be called that) will love that. August 15th, Clone Wars movie, will be a perfect tie-in. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LunaLee Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 I second using SW for Science as well, but not SW technology. I'm going to use the Star Wars Essential Guide to Aliens and Speicies and the Star Wars Essential Guide to Plantes and Moons when we do classification/habitats/animal studies this year. I haven't got the plans down exactly, but the species essential guide breaks down each species type: cephalopod, cetacean, feline, canine, gastropod, reptialis, avian...etc. And the moons and planets one does the same for habitats. I was telling someone that they could laugh if they want, but Star Wars really is a classic in every sense of the word. If you really stop and think about it you could use Star Wars as your only curriculum (or mostly as your only) and cover pretty much everything: philosophy, mythology, literature, art, architecture, math, science, plant studies, animal studies, ship building...George Lucas are you paying attention! I was also going to use the Star Wars and Mythology book DK has when we study Ancient Greece & Rome later this year. And then in 9th gr. revisit the Star Wars mythology thing in more depth with that history channel special. Sheesh, now I'm rambling. Umm can you tell where ds gets his Star Wars fanatisicm from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 Lunalee, can you post a link to the DK book you mentioned? I can't find it online. thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LunaLee Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 Sure. Here you go. http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Power-DK-Publishing/dp/0789455919/ref=sr_11_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1217189124&sr=11-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemyboys Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 I believe Toni aka Gothicgyrl was going to put that together. Unfortunately, Suzanne's comment may show why it wouldn't be the greatest grammar...if it was based on Yoda!:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 All 4 of mine love anything Star Wars related. OK, being honest, my hubby and I love it, too. I never thought to incorporate it into school, though. I am so bokmarking this thread. Yoda grammar! LOL!!! Someone email George Lucas and let him know he has a HUGE untapped market of homeschool moms who will line up for lesson plans,etc. Love this thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybear Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 Wow, there's some really great links posted here. Thanks. I was just going to post the book that I mentioned, but I see someone already put up a link to amazon. That is the same book--the DK one. I definitely want to check out some of the other links. I may need to work this into our myth/history curriculum this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 Star Wars and Mythology book DK has We have that. It is a great book & we'll be working it into some of our lit discussion times. This is the type of thing we tend to do over lunch -- read a page or two, then just discuss.... Love this Star Wars thread! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommylawyer Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 Ah! A curriculum DH would actually like to talk with me about! He might even volunteer to teach it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Academy of Jedi Arts Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 I got inspired and made some grammar worksheets for the kiddo. http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dfpgcbtc_19g9xb3xcd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann@thebeach Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 I got inspired and made some grammar worksheets for the kiddo. http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dfpgcbtc_19g9xb3xcd You rock! Love them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest April K Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Academy of Jedi Arts----I love the grammar sheets you made. My children are also Star Wars fans. We are wanting to try to do our own unit study this year for Star Wars and also Legos(these go together around this house) This links will be helpful. A complete curriculum based on Star Wars really would be priceless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kristavws Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 These are great - thanks for sharing! Krista Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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