Traditional Stories - Lesson 5 - PowerPoint

In Lesson 5 of the Traditional Stories series for KS1 Narrative, students delve into the fascinating differences between stories told through books and films. The lesson's objectives are to explore how storytelling varies between these two mediums and to encourage students to express their own opinions about different versions of the same story. Initially, the class reads a traditional story from a book, using phonics and other reading skills to navigate the text. This reading session prompts discussion about the language used, character descriptions, and the story's setting and events.

Following the reading, the class watches a film or cartoon adaptation of the same traditional story, providing a dynamic contrast to the printed version. Students are guided to consider what aspects of the film make it interesting or exciting, and how elements like music, sound effects, and voices contribute to the storytelling experience. They then compare and contrast the film with the text, noting similarities and differences. To consolidate their thoughts, students discuss their likes and dislikes about the film in pairs, even filling out a simple table to organise their opinions. The lesson culminates in a plenary where students share their views with the group, exploring agreements and disagreements, and reflecting on the reasons behind their differing perspectives.