The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar by Roald Dahl: A Short Story Unit Study

What if you could learn to see through objects? What if you could hone your powers of concentration until you could achieve remarkable things?

Welcome to the fantastical world of Henry Sugar, in which the incredible seems tantalizingly close to becoming the achievable!

This unit study for The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar by Roald Dahl is suitable for students in grades 8 and up.

The story focuses on themes of self-mastery (meditation and concentration), greed, charity and happiness, and the resources in this unit study put an emphasis on developing concentration and thoughtfulness while enjoying the remarkable tale.

Please note: The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar is protected by copyright and must be procured separately. All other necessary resources are included in this unit study or available for free online (links provided).

Contents

About this Unit Study & Before You Begin
Guide to all Assignments & When To Use What
Suggested Timeline

Chapter Assignments
Chapter Assignments Worksheets
Vocabulary & Terms

Concentration Activities
Card Games
Copywork
Ticking Clock
Candle Meditation

Exploring the Story’s Themes Through Music and Art
Music: Guru (Anoushka Shankar)
Music: Within You and Without You (The Beatles)
Art: René Magritte

Discussion Questions and Other Resources
Long-Answer, Discussion and Essay Questions
Robin Hood & Henry Sugar Comparison
Henry Sugar: A Quirky Movie