The Twits by Roald Dahl is a nine lesson teaching unit which consists of a 87 slide PowerPoint presentation and a 13 worksheets.     The Twits (Roald Dahl) is a brilliant scheme of work for low ability learners featuring a series of detailed four part lessons designed to enhance and develop pupils' reading and understanding skills.     English Teaching Resources: The Twits (Roald Dahl) covers the key areas required by the National Curriculum at level 2/3 and includes a wide range of activities and lessons for pupils.     - A brief biography of The Twits author Roald Dahl with a short film about his life narrated by Michael Rosen   - A nine lesson scheme of work overview/plan using the four part lesson structure   - Exploring the text - making predictions using the title, blurb and front cover   - Descriptive writing study - creating character portraits using description from the text   - Analysis of key characters Mr Twit and Mrs Twit   - How Roald Dahl creates sympathy in the novel   - Storyboarding, comprehension questions and cloze exercises to consolidate understanding   - Writing empathetically as Muggle Wump the monkey   - Studying Roald Dahl's use of language - effective adjectives and verbs   - Understanding unfamiliar words - using a dictionary     Complete scheme of work overview - 87 slide PowerPoint - 13 pages of worksheets 

<p>"The Twits" is a classic children's book by Roald Dahl that continues to captivate young readers with its humorous and mischievous story. For those teaching English, a wealth of resources can be found to help bring this tale to life in the classroom. Teacher-of-Primary.co.uk is a treasure trove of English teaching materials, offering a variety of resources specifically tailored to "The Twits". From lesson plans to activities, teachers can find a range of tools to engage their students and enhance their learning experience.</p>

<p>For fans of Roald Dahl's work, there are several dedicated websites that provide a deeper look into the author's world. The official Roald Dahl website is a hub for all things Dahl, featuring information about his books, characters, and life. The Roald Dahl Fans website is another platform where enthusiasts can discover more about their favourite author and his creations. Additionally, The Roald Dahl Museum offers an interactive exploration of Dahl's legacy, perfect for educational visits or virtual tours. For those who enjoy listening to stories, "The Twits" audiobook, read by Simon Callow, is available, providing an entertaining rendition of the book that can be enjoyed by students and teachers alike.</p>

Medium Term Plan

The Twits - Medium Term Plan

The Twits

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