An illustrated chapter book is a longer fictional text with illustrations to support and develop understanding.

Vignettes are small, focused illustrations that often capture a specific moment or scene within a narrative.

A theme is a big idea, topic or message that recurs within a story.

Developing understanding of 'The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane' through rich discussion

English

In 'The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane: book club', pupils discussed relationships between characters. In 'The Unforgotten Coat: book club', pupils will revisit the importance of friendship in the context of a nomad/refugee's experiences of migrating to England.

In 'Varjak Paw: book club', pupils discussed a linear narrative and effective characterisation. In 'The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane: book club', pupils will explore another linear narrative containing themes of adventure, bereavement and friendship.

In this unit, pupils explore and discuss the illustrated chapter book, 'The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane'. They share their opinion on the text and explore the key themes of love, compassion and loss. Finally, pupils  make connections and recommendations for two other texts.

'The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane': book club

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

a fictional text with illustrations to develop understanding

small illustrations that often capture a specific story moment

a big idea, topic or message that recurs within a story

Who is the author of 'The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane'?

True or false? After being buried beneath mounds of rubbish, Edward is found by Bull.

What is Edward used for when he is made to stand in a field?

Put the following owners of Edward in chronological order.

lots of texts with the same characters and settings

a form of text combining words and images in comic style panels

a longer, fictional text with illustrations to support understanding

weighing a lot - difficult to lift or move

What is a suitable definition for the word 'fragile'?

Put the key parts of a story in the correct order.

True or false? A main protagonist in a text always has to be liked by the reader.

Laura noticed her classmate struggling with homework and offered to help.

Jack interrupted Andeep while he was speaking, without apology.

Lucas comforted his friend who was upset about failing a test.

Emily rolled her eyes and scoffed at her friend's idea.

Which of the following examples show someone who is **compassionate**?

Jun congratulated his teammate on scoring the winning goal.

The referee ignored obvious fouls committed by the opposing team.

The boss gave promotions only to their friends, ignoring others' hard work.

Emily admired Sofia's artwork and complimented its creativity.

Which of the following examples show someone who is **unfair**?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Developing understanding of 'The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane' through rich discussion

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.