A Christmas Carol: Introduction to Ebenezer Scrooge and key contextual information

A series of three lessons (possibly more if you have a low ability set) that explores Dickens's introduction to Scrooge. The lessons guide pupils to revise the key characters of the novel; analyse Dickens's characterisation and language of the protagonist and then learn the key contextual information needed to write an exam style essay.

Learning Objectives are closely linked to the Eduqas assessment objectives but can be edited to suit different exam boards as the skills cross most exam specs:

Lit AO1: Revise the key characters of the novel
Lit AO2: Explore Dickens’s use of language and explain how Dickens creates Scrooge’s character at the opening of the novel
Lit AO3: Explore the context of the novel
Lit AO1, 2 and 3: Use the knowledge and skills you have built up so far to write an exam style analysis of Scrooge’s character

I have a low ability Y10 group so the activities are short, scaffolded and varied. Activities include group, pair and individual tasks to accommodate all learning types; they range from visual activities and bingo to drama and exam writing. All the worksheets and contextual sources are included in this resource. Enjoy!