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    CLASSROOM APPLICATION


    Dancing Ganesha


    Remover of Obstacles
    In Hindu tradition, Ganesha is the remover of obstacles, the bestower of success, and the god of beginnings. Read a variety of stories about Ganesha to determine what skills he uses to overcome challenges (see Books & Links). Ask students to think about an obstacle they currently face or have faced in the past. Instruct them to write a story in which they overcome that obstacle on their own or with the help of a friend. Have students illustrate an episode of the story that represents their challenge and then another that demonstrates their success at tackling the challenge. Bind the illustrations and stories into a book. Allow students to read their stories to the class.

    Illinois Learning Standards: 2A, 3B, 25A, 26B


 



 

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