The Owl and the Pussycat - Lesson 5 - PowerPoint

Lesson five of the English Teaching Resources is an engaging and creative task where students are tasked with creating their very own children's storybook inspired by the classic poem 'The Owl and the Pussycat'. This activity is aimed at Key Stage 1 pupils and encourages them to delve into the world of storytelling and book creation. Students are expected to consider key elements that make a storybook captivating for young readers, including the choice of words, the inclusion of pictures, the narrative of the story, and the use of colour to bring the tale to life.

As part of the lesson, students are encouraged to research and explore existing children's storybooks to gain insights into how words, pictures, story, and colour work together harmoniously to create an enjoyable reading experience. The objective is to produce a book that not only engages children but is also suitable for them to read independently or with the help of an adult. To support their creative process, students are advised to use a copy of 'The Owl and the Pussycat' poem as a reference. Upon completion of their storybooks, there is an opportunity to showcase their work by displaying it in the classroom, allowing their peers to admire and enjoy their literary creations.