Inspired by: The Trouble with Dragons - Week 3

In a vibrant lesson inspired by "The Trouble with Dragons," students are encouraged to explore the dynamic world of dragons through the use of verbs. The task at hand involves observing dragons as they engage in various activities such as building homes and paving roads. Students are tasked with identifying the most fitting verbs to describe the actions of each dragon, paying special attention to the little orange dragon who is driving a dragon car. Through discussion with a partner, students will notice that the verbs they choose all share a common suffix, '-ing,' indicating continuous action. This realisation leads to an exercise where they write sentences using these verbs, for example, "I can see a dragon that is constructing."

Continuing the dragon-themed learning, students are asked to write a shopping list for a dragon party, considering that dragons are omnivores. This activity stimulates creativity and encourages students to think about a variety of foods, including both vegetables and meats, that dragons might enjoy at their celebration. They are also prompted to ponder what drinks the dragons might prefer and whether dragon fruit would be a fitting choice for such a festive occasion.

Finally, the students' descriptive writing skills are put to the test as they delve into the world of dragon fruit. This exotic fruit, with its distinctive appearance, provides an excellent opportunity for students to use adjectives and express their thoughts. They are asked to compile a list of descriptive words for both the inside and outside of a dragon fruit. After contemplating the fruit's unique texture and flavour, students complete the activity by writing down their personal impressions of what they imagine dragon fruit might taste like, using phrases such as "I think dragon fruit tastes..."