Reading the build-up in 'The Firework Maker's Daughter'
I can summarise the build-up of 'The Firework Maker's Daughter’.
Reading the build-up in 'The Firework Maker's Daughter'
I can summarise the build-up of 'The Firework Maker's Daughter’.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Lila’s quest intensifies in the build-up in Chapter 4 of ‘The Firework-Maker’s Daughter’.
- Suspense is a key feature in the build-up of a story.
- Moments of suspense keep the reader engaged and wanting to find out what happens next.
- It is important to focus on moments of suspense when summarising the build-up of a story.
- Lila faces many setbacks on her journey which she has to show resilience and determination to overcome.
Common misconception
Children may find it difficult to remain connected to the different strands of the story. E.g. Lila has made it to the Grotto safely, but Chulak and Hamlet's journey is still crucial.
Ask children to consider why a huge element of suspense remains even though Lila has made it to the Grotto. Answer: She may have overcome the challenge of getting there but if Chulak doesn't get the magical water to her then she is still in danger.
Keywords
Build-up - the building of action and suspense that leads up to the climax
Summarise - to pull out the key events and ideas from a text
Suspense - a state of feeling excited or anxious uncertainty about what may happen
Equipment
You will need a copy of the 2018 Penguin Random House UK edition of ‘The Firework Maker's Daughter' by Philip Pullman for this lesson.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
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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