Galactic Tales Slides GALACTIC TALES
May the 4th vs. Revenge of the 5th
Speaking Listening Reading Writing
May the 4th
Today we celebrate the Light Side. This day honors the heroism and hope of the Jedi Order.
Revenge of the 5th
Tomorrow we acknowledge the Dark Side. A day for the Sith and the powerful villains of the galaxy.
Hope
Power
Justice
Ambition
Incoming Transmission
Listen closely to the description. Which sensory details do you hear?
Sight
Sound
Emotion
"The air in the docking bay smelled of burnt ozone. I could hear the low hum of the engines as the shadowy figure approached. I felt a surge of determination."
Visual Archive
Embedded media
Watch
Listen
Analyze
The Mission
1
CREATE: Design a new Star Wars character using your Archive Worksheet.
2
DESCRIBE: Use sensory words to bring your character to life.
3
BUILD: Construct your character puppet with simple supplies.
4
TRANSMIT: Introduce your character to the class!
Sensory Bridge Handout SENSORY BRIDGE
Galactic Translation Module
EN ↔ ES Reference
Sight • Vista
English
Español
Radiant / Glowing
Radiante / Brillante
Dim / Shadowy
Tenue / Sombrío
Vibrant / Colorful
Vibrante / Colorido
Metallic / Shiny
Metálico / Reluciente
Vast / Infinite
Vasto / Infinito
Smell • Olfato
English
Español
Burnt / Smokey
Quemado / Ahumado
Ozone / Fresh
Ozono / Fresco
Pungent / Strong
Pungente / Fuerte
Floral / Sweet
Floral / Dulce
Rusty / Iron-like
Oxidado / Ferroso
Hearing • Oído
English
Español
Humming / Buzzing
Zumbido
Deafening / Loud
Ensordecedor / Fuerte
Whispering / Soft
Susurro / Suave
Clashing / Banging
Choque / Estruendo
Eerie silence
Silencio inquietante
Taste • Gusto
English
Español
Spicy / Burning
Picante / Ardiente
Metallic / Acidic
Metálico / Ácido
Bitter / Harsh
Amargo / Áspero
Sweet / Syrupy
Dulce / Meloso
Salty / Briny
Salado / Salino
Feeling (Emotion) • Sentimiento
English
Español
English
Español
Determined
Decidido/a
Conflicted
En conflicto
Anxious / Fearful
Ansioso / Temeroso
Courageous
Valiente
Melancholy / Sad
Melancólico / Triste
Vengeful / Angry
Vengativo / Enojado
Hopeful
Esperanzado/a
Ambitious
Ambicioso/a
Alliance Resource Archive // TS-729
Character Archive Worksheet Cadet Name:
CHARACTER ARCHIVE
Confidential Intelligence Report
Part 1: Identity
Character Name
Home Planet
Species
Side
Light Side Dark Side
Part 2: Sensory
Sight Words
Sound Words
Emotion Words
Part 3: Field Report
Stems:
• My character is named... • They feel... because... • They see... and hear... • They use the Force to...
Part 4: Visual ID
Sketch character headshot or gear
Imperial Seal
AUTHORIZED
Puppet Protocol Guide PUPPET PROTOCOL
Maintenance & Assembly Manual v.4.05
EQUIPMENT
Scissors
Tape
Stapler
Paper
Markers
1
Form the Body
Roll a standard sheet of paper into a tube that fits comfortably over your hand. Secure the seam with staples or tape at the top and bottom.
2
Define the Face
Use markers to draw your character's facial features on the top third of the tube. Give them a unique expression!
3
Add Detail Attachments
Cut shapes from a second piece of paper for ears, tentacles, armor, or capes. Tape or staple them onto the tube body.
4
Final Coating
Color the rest of the tube to match your character's outfit. Use colors from your Archive Worksheet .
Live Transmission
Once your puppet is complete, you will introduce them to the class. Use your puppet as your voice!
Introduction Stems
• "Greetings, citizens of the galaxy. I am..."
• "I come from the planet..."
• "I am a member of the [Light / Dark] side."
Speaking Skills
• Volume: Speak clearly for the whole room.
• Clarity: Pronounce your sensory words slowly.
• Eye Contact: Look at your audience!
Mission Brief Teacher Guide MISSION BRIEF
Galactic Tales • Teacher Facilitation Guide
SESSION: 45 MIN
Mission Objective
Students will demonstrate English language proficiency by creating a unique Star Wars character, utilizing high-frequency and academic sensory vocabulary in both written and spoken formats.
Domains Covered
Speaking
Listening
Reading
Writing
Tactical Timeline (45 Minutes)
00-05
Launch (Slides 1-2)
Introduce May 4th/Revenge of the 5th and the concept of Light vs. Dark sides.
05-15
Sensory & Video Intel (Slide 3-4)
Conduct the Listening Challenge and watch the YouTube clip. Complete Force Farewell Worksheet .
15-25
Archive Entries (Worksheet Part 1 & 2)
Students use the Sensory Bridge to select vocabulary and draft their character's profile.
25-38
Puppet Assembly (Craft Time)
Guided construction using the Puppet Protocol manual. Markers, staples, and tape required.
38-45
Galactic Transmission (Presentations)
Students introduce their characters. Focus on volume and sensory word clarity.
Listening Script
"The Jedi entered the chamber. The room was dim and smelled of burnt ozone . In the center, a vibrant blue light flickered. There was a deafening roar from the crowd, and for a moment, the hero felt hopeful ."
Video Analysis Guide
Clip: "May the Force be with you" (30s)Goal: Connect visual emotion to language. Ask: "How does his face look when he says this? Is he happy or serious?"Scaffold: Help students translate "May the Force be with you" as a blessing or wish for luck ("Que la fuerza te acompañe").
TELPAS Scaffolding Strategies
Level Strategy Beginning Allow use of Spanish words for the sensory profile; provide 1:1 modeling for the puppet fold; use drawing as the primary "writing" evidence. Intermediate Require the use of sentence stems provided on the worksheet; encourage students to pair 1 sensory word per sense. Advanced
Force Farewell Worksheet Name:
FORCE FAREWELL
Visual Analysis Module
Part 1: Video Observation
Watch the transmission carefully. What do you see and hear?
What do you see? (SIGHT)
What do you hear? (SOUND)
Part 2: The Core Message
"May the Force be with you."
Sentence Stems
• This phrase means _______________ in Spanish.
• When a character says this, they are feeling _______________.
• I think they say this because _______________.
Part 3: Emotional Echo
How would you feel if someone said this to you before a big challenge? Circle one:
Hopeful Determined Anxious
Explanation:
Archive Ref: VIDEO-OBS-721
