A myth is a traditional tale explaining a culture's beliefs, customs, involving gods and supernatural creatures.

Magical realism is a genre of text, blending magical elements into realistic settings.

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

Developing understanding of 'The Girl of Ink and Stars' through rich discussions

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In 'Girl of Ink and Stars: book club’, pupils considered differing interpretations of the text. In ’When Stars are Scattered: book club’, pupils will continue to discuss different interpretations of the texts they read.

In 'Wonder: book club', pupils developed personal responses to a text. In ’Girl of Ink and Stars: book club’, pupils will discuss different responses to a text.

In this unit, pupils explore and discuss the novel, 'Girl of Ink and Stars'. They identify the key themes in the text, which is a blended genre of myths and magical realism. Finally, pupils discuss the characters in the text, as well as making personal connections and recommendations.

'Girl of Ink and Stars': book club

Depiction of scary, confusing or unsettling events or characters placed in danger, including creation of a scary atmosphere through the use of music and sound.

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

a text explaining a culture's beliefs involving supernatural elements

a genre of text, blending magical elements into realistic settings

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

Match the following keywords to their definitions.

Who is the author of 'The Girl of Ink and Stars'?

True or false? Isabella brings treasured objects with her on the journey.

In which of the following ways is Arinta similar to Isabella?

The governor’s ship has been burnt down and his animals are drowned.

Put these events from the first half of the text in the correct order.

Pablo and Isabella go swimming in the sea.

The governor’s search party are ambushed by dog demons.

Lupe pulls out the sword and Yote is vanquished.

Put these events from the second half of the text in the correct order.

the setting in which the action takes place.

A central protagonist can be described as ... 

text featuring articles, images and information on diverse topics.

traditional tale often explaining natural phenomena with supernatural elements.

text which presents real events, information or knowledge.

She stayed silent when witnessing wrongdoing.

She spoke out against injustice with her voice quivering.

She defended her beliefs, despite facing criticism.

He ran away from a challenging situation.

He avoided trying something new due to fear.

Which of the following sentences show a character being brave?

Which of the following texts are likely to contain myths and legends?

'There's no grand plan; we create our destiny.'

If someone believes in fate, they might say which of the following?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

Depiction or discussion of serious crime

Adult supervision required

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

Developing understanding of 'The Girl of Ink and Stars' through rich discussions

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

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