Sunday, April 3, 2011

Tunes with Tales

"Skin" by Rascal Flatts
Plot: Sara Beth falls and when she feels sick and the bruise doesn't heal, they know something is wrong. When she goes to the doctor she finds out she has cancer. Sara is so scared but she still dreams of being a normal teenager and going to Prom. She doesn't think that will happen when she realizes her hair is falling out. The boy shows up with his own hair shaved and they go to Prom.
Characters: Sara Beth, Her parents, Doctors, Her date to Prom
Conflict: She lost her hair before Prom.
Setting: The hospital, Her home, Her dreams of dancing
Theme: Facing challenges. Knowing that those who love you will always accept you and be there.

"All-American Girl" by Carrie Underwood
Plot: A husband dreams of a baby boy so they can fish and play football. When they have a baby girl he loves her just the same. She grows up to fall in love with a football player. He gives up his dream to live a new dream with her. he wants a baby girl just like her.
Characters: Father, Nurse, Baby Girl, Grown Girl, Husband, Kids. (Girl dressed up as different all-american things)
Conflict: Father wanted a boy, Football star lost desire to play
Setting: Hospital, Football Field, diner (other places which represent all-american)
Theme: We don't always get exactly what we want, but we can still love it. Be happy with what you get. Follow YOUR dreams.

2 comments:

  1. Skin is one of my favorite country songs. It's so sad but also has happiness in it. It tells a great story.

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  2. I almost did All American Girl as well... such a great song that tells such a cute story! Great job!

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