Developing responses to 'Cloud Busting' through rich discussions
I can develop my own response to 'Cloud Busting’.
Developing responses to 'Cloud Busting' through rich discussions
I can develop my own response to 'Cloud Busting’.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The character of Sam changes dramatically from the start of the text to the end.
- Characters within the text depict a range of emotions. Character traits can be understood from these.
- Character traits can be explored through the text’s illustrations or words used by the characters.
- Making connections and recommendations can significantly enhance the reading experience and broaden understanding.
Common misconception
The friendship between Sam and Davey is wholly positive or negative.
The relationship between both boys is complex. You may wish to explore the theme of bullying in a separate lesson (e.g. PSHE) to acknowledge the traits that Sam exhibits and what could be done to resolve or address the behaviour.
Keywords
Character trait - Character traits are the special qualities that make a character in a story unique and interesting.
Connection - How a text relates to a reader, another text or the wider world can be called a connection.
Recommendation - A recommendation is a suggestion for a text that is well-suited to a reader’s age and their interests.
Equipment
You need a copy of the 2020 Yearling edition of ‘Cloud Busting’, written by Malorie Blackman with illustrations by Helen van Vliet, for this lesson.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
6 Questions
the special qualities that make a character in a story unique
how a text relates to a reader, another text or the wider world
a text that is well-suited to a reader’s age and interests
regrets something that has happened to his friend, who he misses
does not pay much attention in class or assembly
has just joined the school; he is described as 'anxious' and unsure
lonely but recognises the positive effect that his friend had on him
still remains popular; is remorseful for what happened to Davey
has left the school without saying goodbye to anyone