A Monster Calls - Lesson for Ch.5 (with resources)

This lesson is suitable for KS3 English students, studying A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness.

Lesson Objectives include:

1. to consider the plot of Chapter 5
2. to learn more about the Yew tree
3. to start exploring the symbolism of the Yew tree

The lesson comprises of the following activities:

• Reading & discussion of plot, characters & relationships
• Inference questions (& solutions)
• Relevant information about the monster’s names…
• Pair-Share questions about the monster…
• An explanation of “symbolism” in writing. (including a worksheet to download & print, plus a solution)
• A Crossword Puzzle for Ch.5
• Extension Tasks (vocabulary list & questions on the chapters involved)

Hardly any preparation is needed for this lesson: Simply access the link provided and then scroll through the lesson with your class. Follow the instructions as you go along…

Duration: there is sufficient material for a 60 minute lesson!

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