The Magic Finger - Lesson 1: Roald Dahl - PowerPoint

Embarking on a journey through the imaginative world of Roald Dahl, students are introduced to the famed author in an engaging English lesson. The objective is to familiarize them with Roald Dahl, the mastermind behind the book 'The Magic Finger'. The lesson encourages students to explore Dahl's life and works, prompting them to create a spider diagram in pairs. This activity serves to collate everything they know about Dahl, setting the stage for a deeper dive into his legacy. As the lesson unfolds, students are expected to become Roald Dahl experts, equipped with knowledge about his life, his multifaceted career, and his contributions to children's literature.

Born in Llandaff, Cardiff, to Norwegian parents, Roald Dahl's life was as fascinating as his stories. He served as a fighter pilot and intelligence agent in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War, achieving the rank of Wing Commander. After the war, Dahl's storytelling prowess came to the fore, with his writing gaining popularity in the 1940s. He penned a plethora of books that have charmed generations of readers, with titles such as 'James and the Giant Peach', 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', and 'Matilda'. His unique characters and dark humour have earned him the title of "one of the greatest storytellers for children of the 20th century". To consolidate their learning, students are tasked with answering questions about Dahl's birth and death dates, his various jobs, the timeline of his success, and naming some of his most beloved books.