Charlotte's Web - Lesson 4: Wilbur Wants a Friend - PowerPoint

In the fourth lesson of an English teaching resource series, students delve into Chapter Four of "Charlotte's Web", with a particular focus on the theme of friendship as it unfolds in the story. The objectives of the lesson are to read and discuss the chapter, fostering a deeper understanding of how friendship is portrayed within the narrative. The lesson begins with a discussion around the concept of friendship, prompting students to reflect on their own friendships by asking questions such as who their best friend is, what activities they enjoy together, and how they cope when their friend is absent from school.

After reading to the end of Chapter Four, students engage in a detailed examination of the plot and characters, analyzing the reactions of the other animals to Wilbur, the story's central character. They are encouraged to support their observations with direct quotations from the text. The lesson also includes a worksheet where students can record their findings and thoughts. Additionally, the lesson teaches students how to write an extended response, guiding them through the process of making a point, providing evidence, analysis, considering the reader's response, and linking ideas. An example response about the Goose's interaction with Wilbur is provided, and students are then invited to craft their own extended responses focusing on either the Lamb or the Rat, applying the techniques they have learned.