Wonder Lesson 47: Awards - PowerPoint

In an insightful English teaching resource designed for a lesson on the book 'Wonder', students are encouraged to delve into pages 302 to 310, where they read and discuss the text as a class. During this session, they are to continue using their 'Wonder Dictionary' sheet to enhance their vocabulary, focusing on the development of their understanding of the plot, characters, and themes. This exercise is not only about comprehension but also about expanding their linguistic capabilities through the context of the story.

The lesson includes a 'Word Warm-up' activity where students, working in groups of five or six, select words from a given list—courage, kindness, friendship, and character—and challenge themselves to create as many smaller words as possible from these. This activity is designed to warm up their minds for the subsequent discussion about the heart-warming speech given by Mr. Tushman at the graduation ceremony. Later, the class explores the concept of expressing an opinion by reflecting on Auggie's achievement of the Henry Ward Beecher medal and debating whether other characters could also be recognised for their kindness. Students are tasked with choosing a character and writing a paragraph justifying why they deserve this award, promoting critical thinking and empathy. The lesson also suggests follow-up activities such as writing a book review, crafting personal precepts, and starting a debate on bullying, offering a comprehensive approach to learning that extends beyond the classroom.