Lesson 1: Exploring the Themes of The Princess and the Goblin
Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources Needed: Copies of The Princess and the Goblin, chart paper, markers, sticky notes
Introduction: (5 minutes) - Introduce the book The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald - Discuss the concept of themes in stories - Explain that we will be identifying and exploring the themes in this book
Development: (40 minutes) - Read a chapter from the book aloud - Pause at key moments and ask students to share their thoughts on the possible themes present - Write these themes on chart paper using markers - Give each student a sticky note and ask them to write down one theme they noticed - Stick the notes on the chart paper under the respective theme - Discuss the themes as a class and encourage students to provide examples from the story - Allow students to ask questions and share their interpretations
Conclusion: (10 minutes) - Review the themes identified by the class - Summarize the importance of exploring themes in a story - Explain that in the next lesson, they will be writing a summary of The Princess and the Goblin
Assessment: Observe students' participation during class discussions and their ability to identify and explain themes in the story.

Lesson 2: Writing a Summary of The Princess and the Goblin
Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources Needed: Copies of The Princess and the Goblin, writing paper, pencils, markers
Introduction: (5 minutes) - Recap the themes explored in the previous lesson - Explain that today, students will be writing a summary of The Princess and the Goblin - Remind students of the purpose of a summary
Development: (40 minutes) - Discuss the main characters, setting, and plot of the book as a class - Model how to write a summary by selecting key events and describing them concisely - Provide students with writing paper and ask them to write their own summaries of the book - Encourage students to refer to their sticky notes from the previous lesson to include relevant themes in their summaries - Allow time for editing and revising their summaries - Optional: Students can decorate the borders of their summaries with markers
Conclusion: (10 minutes) - Ask a few students to share their summaries with the class - Discuss the importance of being concise in a summary - Explain that in the next lesson, they will be writing a review of The Princess and the Goblin
Assessment: Review students' summaries for clarity, inclusion of key events, and incorporation of themes from the story.

Lesson 3: Writing a Review of The Princess and the Goblin
Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources Needed: Copies of The Princess and the Goblin, writing paper, pencils, markers
Introduction: (5 minutes) - Remind students of the purpose of a book review - Explain that today, they will be writing a review of The Princess and the Goblin - Discuss the elements of a good review (e.g., summary, opinion, recommendation)
Development: (40 minutes) - Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the book as a class - Model how to write a review by providing an example - Provide students with writing paper and ask them to write their own reviews of the book - Encourage them to include their opinion, a summary, and a recommendation - Allow time for editing and revising their reviews - Optional: Students can decorate the borders of their reviews with markers
Conclusion: (10 minutes) - Ask a few students to share their reviews with the class - Discuss the importance of providing constructive criticism in a review - Explain that in the next lesson, they will be creating their own stories based on the themes of The Princess and the Goblin
Assessment: Review students' reviews for clarity, inclusion of key elements, and thoughtful opinions.

Lesson 4: Creating Your Own Story based on the Themes of The Princess and the Goblin
Time Allocation: 90 minutes (divided into two sessions)
Resources Needed: Chart paper, markers, story planning sheets, writing paper, pencils, markers
Introduction: (10 minutes) - Recap the themes explored in the previous lessons - Explain that today, students will be creating their own stories based on these themes - Emphasize the importance of planning before writing
Development - Session 1: (40 minutes) - Divide students into small groups - Give each group a sheet of chart paper and markers - Instruct each group to choose one theme from The Princess and the Goblin and brainstorm ideas for a new story - Encourage them to consider characters, setting, and plot elements that reflect their chosen theme - After brainstorming, each group will create a story plan on the chart paper, including key events and a rough outline
Development - Session 2: (40 minutes) - Distribute story planning sheets and writing paper to each student - Instruct them to transfer their group's story plan onto the individual planning sheets - Encourage students to expand on their ideas and add details to their stories - Allow time for editing and revising their stories - Optional: Students can decorate the borders of their stories with markers - Once finished, students can practice reading their stories aloud to gain confidence in presenting
Conclusion: (10 minutes) - Provide an opportunity for students to share their stories with the class - Encourage positive feedback and appreciation for each other's creativity - Discuss the challenges and successes experienced during the writing process - Congratulate students on their hard work and creativity
Assessment: Review students' story planning sheets and final stories for coherence, inclusion of key elements, and creativity.