| Lesson | Objective | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lesson 1 | Explore the themes of the book | 60 minutes | The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne, whiteboard, markers, post-it notes | Begin by introducing the book and its author. Discuss the concept of themes in literature. | Read a selected passage from the book together as a class. Ask students to identify any themes they notice and write them on post-it notes. | Have students share their findings and discuss the themes as a group. Encourage critical thinking and provide guidance where needed. | Observe student participation during class discussion and their ability to identify and explain themes. |
| Lesson 2 | Write a summary of the book | 60 minutes | The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne, writing paper, pencils | Recap the main events and characters of the book. Explain the purpose of writing a summary. | Provide a template or guide for writing a summary. Encourage students to include key details and organize their thoughts. | Have students share their summaries with a partner or in small groups. Discuss the effectiveness of each summary and provide feedback. | Review the quality and accuracy of students' summaries. |
| Lesson 3 | Write a review of the book | 60 minutes | The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne, writing paper, pencils, markers | Discuss the purpose of writing a book review and its elements (summary, opinion, recommendation). | Guide students through writing a book review, focusing on their personal opinions about the book, its strengths, and weaknesses. | Allow students to share their book reviews with the class, either through reading aloud or displaying them on a bulletin board. | Evaluate the content and structure of students' book reviews. |
| Lesson 4 | Create and present a story based on the themes | 90 minutes | Writing paper, pencils, markers, props (optional) | Discuss the concept of storytelling and its importance in conveying messages and themes. | Guide students through the process of planning, writing, and editing their own stories based on the themes of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas. Encourage creativity and originality. | Provide an opportunity for students to present their stories to the class. Encourage them to use props or visual aids if desired. | Assess the creativity, coherence, and presentation skills of students' stories. |