Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl - Context lesson - 2024 (Perfect for Roald Dahl Day)

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl - Context lesson - 2024

Bring the wonder and whimsy of Roald Dahl’s beloved classic, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” into your classroom with our comprehensive teaching resource, “Behind the Book: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.”

This resource is designed to captivate students’ imaginations, stimulate critical thinking, and enhance their learning experience through a series of interactive and creative activities.

Key Features?

Intriguing Starter Tasks: Begin the lesson with an engaging activity where students form the longest words from the letters in “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” This fun exercise not only activates their minds but also sets a playful tone for the lesson.

Thought-Provoking Discussion Prompts: Encourage deep discussions with questions about the origins of chocolate, favorite chocolate treats, and the process of chocolate making. These prompts help students connect personally with the material while expanding their knowledge of global chocolate consumption and production practices.

Interactive Video and Reflection Tasks: Use carefully selected videos to illustrate the chocolate-making process and ethical issues in cocoa farming. Students can watch, discuss, and reflect on what they’ve learned, promoting a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

Creative Design Activities: Stimulate creativity with tasks that challenge students to imagine and design their own unique chocolate factory. These activities not only reinforce their comprehension of the book but also allow for artistic expression and innovation.

Vocabulary Enrichment: Build students’ vocabularies with a dedicated word bank. Students can add new words and their meanings, enhancing their language skills in a contextual and engaging manner.

Reflection and Extension Tasks: Promote reflective thinking with tasks that ask students to consider what they enjoyed, what they did well, and what they could improve. Extension activities, such as writing their own Valentine’s Day messages using chocolate bar names, provide opportunities for further creative exploration.

Why Choose Our Resource?

Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is a timeless story that combines adventure, fantasy, and important life lessons. Our resource delves into the author’s inspirations, including his experiences as a teenage chocolate taster for Cadbury. It’s perfect for Roald Dahl Day!

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