Wonder Lesson 31: In Science - PowerPoint

Lesson 31 in the English Teaching Resources for 'Wonder' invites students to delve into pages 151-159 of the text, encouraging them to engage with the plot, characters, and themes. As part of their reading, students are prompted to continue expanding their vocabulary using their 'Wonder Dictionary' sheet. This activity not only enhances their understanding of the book but also aids in the development of their language skills. The lesson provides an opportunity for class discussion, allowing students to explore their thoughts and interpretations of the text in a collaborative setting.

The lesson also includes a word warm-up focused on the use of colons in writing. Students are taught the function of colons in linking two related clauses, with examples and exercises to practice this punctuation mark. They are challenged to match up related clauses and rewrite them with a colon to join, ensuring they understand how to correctly format sentences with this punctuation. Furthermore, the lesson progresses to a formal writing task based on the chapters titled 'In Science, Partners, Detention and Season’s Greetings'. Students are asked to reflect on the character development and actions within these chapters, considering their feelings towards the characters and their motivations. They are tasked with writing one of two letters mentioned in the text, adopting the appropriate formal or informal style, and using tips provided to ensure correct language usage. This task helps students to differentiate between formal and informal writing, a key skill in effective communication.