Science Fiction: Exploring the 'What If'
Understand basic characteristics of science fiction genre
Identify how imagination explores potential future scenarios
Recognize how storytelling can reflect God's creativity
“God created man in his own image. In God's image he created him; male and female he created them.”
— Genesis 1:27 (WEB)Just as God is creative, humans reflect His image through imaginative storytelling
Welcome students and explain today's exciting exploration of science fiction. Ask students to share their favorite imaginative stories.
Introduction to science fiction as a genre that explores 'what if' scenarios using imaginary technology or future worlds
Students draw a futuristic scene representing a positive technological advancement
Simpler: Draw one technological device
Challenge: Create a detailed future cityscape with multiple innovations
Share drawings and discuss how imagination can be used positively
Dear God, thank You for giving us imagination to explore possibilities and dream about Your wonderful creation.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore how technology raises important ethical questions
“Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things.”
— Philippians 4:8 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Create hand motions representing each descriptor
Science fiction is a genre exploring potential futures through imaginative storytelling
Some children might struggle separating fantasy from reality
Thoughtful engagement, creative thinking, ability to explain imaginative concepts