The Demon Headmaster - Lesson 12 - PowerPoint

In Lesson Twelve of the English Teaching Resources for 'The Demon Headmaster' by Gillian Cross, students are encouraged to delve deeper into the narrative by participating in a quiz that tests their comprehension of the story thus far. The quiz comprises twenty questions, ranging from character surnames, specific details about the plot, to the meanings behind acronyms and character catchphrases. This interactive group activity not only reinforces students' understanding of the book but also promotes collaborative learning as they discuss and answer the questions in small groups.

Following the quiz, the lesson shifts focus to the concluding chapters of 'The Demon Headmaster', where students are tasked with reading and discussing the final events of the story. They are prompted to reflect on the effectiveness of the ending and to express their opinions on whether it was a satisfying conclusion. The lesson culminates with a book review exercise, where students are guided by sentence starters to craft a thoughtful critique of the novel. They are encouraged to articulate what they enjoyed about the book, their favourite parts, the themes explored, and to whom they would recommend the book. Finally, students have the opportunity to present their reviews to the class and engage in a feedback session, offering each other constructive criticism and learning from their peers' insights.