Once by Moris Gleitzman (Novel Guide)

This comprehensive resource covers every chapter of Once in a clear, accessible, and student-friendly way. Perfect for Junior Cycle or lower secondary English classes, the guide supports close reading, comprehension, and creative engagement with the novel.

What’s included:

• Chapter-by-chapter summaries in simple, clear language
• Key themes and ideas explored in each chapter
• Character development tracked across the novel
• Important symbols explained with examples
• Literary devices highlighted in context (e.g., foreshadowing, irony, symbolism)
• Copybook questions to check understanding and encourage class discussion
• Creative tasks for each chapter (diary entries, scripts, storyboards, posters, etc.)

Why teachers love it:

• Ready-to-use structure saves planning time
• Differentiated mix of comprehension and creative tasks
• Encourages both empathy and critical thinking
• Student-friendly design with clear headings and consistent layout

This resource can be used for:

• Whole-class novel study
• Homework tasks or independent work
• Revision and exam preparation
• Supporting less confident readers with accessible summaries and guided questions

An ideal companion to teaching Once, this guide helps students understand not only the story of Felix and Zelda but also the wider historical and human themes Morris Gleitzman explores.