THE LOVELY BONES - CHAPTER 12 & 13

The Lovely Bones: Chapters 12–13 (AQA KS5)

This KS5 lesson is designed for AQA A Level English Literature and Language and focuses on Chapters 12 and 13 of The Lovely Bones. The lesson develops students’ understanding of character, perspective, and family dynamics, with a particular focus on Abigail.

Students begin with a summary of both chapters to secure understanding before analysis. The main focus is on Abigail, with tasks that explore her character through AO1 (interpretation) and AO3 (context), including links to feminist perspectives. Students complete this analysis independently before teacher guidance is provided to refine ideas.

The lesson then examines the relationship between Abigail and Len, considering how the affair is presented and how it contributes to wider themes of grief, absence, and strain within the family. Students are given an exam-style question on family relationships, followed by time to annotate a relevant section from Chapter 13.

To support exam preparation, AO1 is modelled through annotated extracts, demonstrating how to develop clear, structured interpretations supported by textual evidence.

This resource is suitable for Year 12 or Year 13 students studying The Lovely Bones. It prioritises independent analysis, contextual thinking, and exam-focused annotation aligned with the Assessment Objectives.