Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Lesson 6: From Bad to Worse - PowerPoint

In the sixth lesson of an English teaching resource series, students delve into Roald Dahl's 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', focusing on the theme 'From Bad to Worse'. The objective of the lesson is to explore how Dahl effectively generates sympathy for the Bucket family. Students are prompted to consider the meaning of 'sympathy' and reflect on the unfolding events in the narrative that evoke such a response. They are encouraged to read up to the end of Chapter 10 and engage in a group discussion, examining the family's deteriorating fortunes, the reasons behind the worsening situation, whether the Buckets are at fault, and the descriptive language Dahl employs to portray their plight.

The lesson continues with a creative writing exercise, where students are asked to read up to the end of Chapter 12 and then write a diary entry from the perspective of Charlie Bucket. They are instructed to use the first person narrative, personal pronouns, and vivid descriptions to convey the main events and Charlie's innermost thoughts and feelings about recent occurrences in his life. This activity aims to deepen students' understanding of the character's experiences and emotional journey. To conclude the lesson, students are given the opportunity to share their diary entries with the class, or, if incomplete, to finish them as homework. This immersive approach to learning not only enhances comprehension but also encourages empathy and personal expression through diary writing.