Wonder Lesson 16: One to Ten Padawan - PowerPoint

In an engaging English lesson centred around the book 'Wonder', students are encouraged to delve deeper into the narrative by reading and discussing pages 54-60 as a class. This exploration is not just about comprehension but also about expanding their vocabulary, for which they use a 'Wonder Dictionary' sheet. As they progress, students are prompted to jot down key events and reflect on the emotions of the characters at these pivotal moments, enhancing their empathy and understanding of the story's depth.

The lesson includes a 'Word warm-up' activity where students are tasked with arranging events from the chapters in chronological order, such as Via's feelings towards Auggie, Auggie's self-reflection, and interactions with his mother. This exercise helps to reinforce narrative structure and sequence. Following this, the lesson focuses on understanding emotions, where students identify and discuss the emotional scenes within the chapters. They are invited to consider the characters' feelings through their actions and words, and even act out these emotions to deepen their connection with the characters. By focusing on individual events or tracing the emotional development of a specific character like Auggie or Mom, students gain a nuanced appreciation of the characters' experiences and the story's emotional landscape.