Nick - Cambridge Stories of Ourselves.

This is a powerpoint and teachers notes on Nick by Christina Rossetti.

The lesson is set out in any easy to follow format, with a 1 hour lesson plan (as a guide as you could easily cover two lessons with the information provided) and copious teachers notes providing the necessary information required to support teaching this short story. The pack also contains a set of slides to present to students along with an infographic support picture and three essay questions - one question has an example answer for students to use as support.

The lesson covers

Biography
Summarize the plot."
Identify the genre and provide textual evidence.
Analyze character development and interactions.
Explain the impact of setting on the story’s themes.
Identify and analyze key themes and moral messages.
Recognize and explain the use of literary devices.
Identify the narrative voice and potential biases.
Analyze the story’s structure and turning points.
Discuss the story’s effect on the reader.

Please be aware the pack contains a lot of information regarding the text and is designed to ensure students have the required understanding of the subject. The lesson is adaptable for you to incorporate any discussion points or short tasks.