The Magic Finger - Lesson 2: Introducing Our Narrator - Powerpoint

In the second lesson of a series on "The Magic Finger" by Roald Dahl, students are tasked with getting to know the narrator of the story. The lesson begins by recapping what was learned about the author Roald Dahl in the previous session, with a fun and interactive activity where each student must quickly recall a fact about Dahl or be seated. This energising game aims to find the last student standing who will be declared the winner and a Roald Dahl expert.

Following the warm-up, the class moves on to making predictions about the story by examining the book's cover and reading the blurb aloud. Students discuss their expectations based on these elements and share their opinions on what makes a book appealing. The main activity involves reading up to page nine of "The Magic Finger" and paying close attention to the character who narrates the tale. Working in pairs, students draw a picture of the narrator using only the details provided in the text, then label their drawings with relevant words from the book. The narrator is revealed to be an eight-year-old girl who lives on a farm, detests hunting, and possesses a unique 'magic finger' super-power. The lesson concludes with a plenary where volunteers can present their illustrations and discuss their insights about the narrator, thereby deepening their connection with the story and its characters.