Charlotte's Web - Lesson 3: Fern and Wilbur - PowerPoint

Lesson three of an English teaching resource focuses on exploring the theme of friendship in the classic tale "Charlotte's Web". The lesson objectives are to read and discuss chapters two and three of the book, with a particular emphasis on understanding the relationship between the characters Fern and Wilbur. Students are encouraged to delve into the author's portrayal of the theme through descriptions, actions, interactions, and dialogue between the two characters. They are guided to read to the end of chapter three to fully grasp the developing friendship in the story.

In this session, students are prompted to consider Fern's thoughts and feelings towards Wilbur, using their own words as well as phrases from the text. Similarly, they are asked to reflect on Wilbur's perspective on Fern. The lesson includes worksheets that encourage students to articulate their interpretations of the characters' bond, supported by quotations from the text. Sentence stems are provided to assist students in writing a paragraph about the special connection between Fern and Wilbur, ensuring they use evidence from the book to substantiate their answers. This approach not only deepens their comprehension of the narrative but also hones their analytical and writing skills.