Room on the Broom - Lesson 4 - PowerPoint

In Lesson Four of the 'Room on the Broom' series, students are invited to delve into the character of the witch, a central figure in the story. The lesson's objectives are twofold: firstly, to encourage children to think deeply about the witch's character traits, and secondly, to draw and label a picture of the witch. This engaging activity aims to foster creativity and comprehension by allowing students to visually represent their understanding of the character.

The lesson begins by asking students to consider the typical attributes associated with witches, such as being mean, evil, scary, grumpy, bad, or wicked. This discussion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the witch's character in 'Room on the Broom'. Students are then prompted to compare these common descriptors with the qualities of the witch in the story, who is portrayed as kind, friendly, helpful, funny, good, and generous. By contrasting these characteristics, the lesson highlights the unique and positive representation of the witch in the narrative. To consolidate their learning, students are provided with a worksheet where they draw the witch and use the words provided—hat, broom, cloak, bow, plait—to label their illustration, thereby reinforcing their understanding of the character's visual and personality traits.