Holes Lesson 5: Mr. Sir - Lesson Plan

In Lesson 5 of the Holes novel study, the learning objective is to enhance students' understanding of character creation by authors, with a specific focus on the character of Mr. Sir. The lesson aims to dissect Mr. Sir's character through various activities, thereby allowing students to achieve different levels of insight into his role within the story. The expected outcomes range from gaining a basic understanding of Mr. Sir to acquiring a more profound insight into his character traits and potential development within the narrative.

The lesson begins with a 10-minute starter activity where students engage in a 'thought shower' to share their first impressions of Mr. Sir, working collaboratively in pairs or small groups. This is followed by the main teaching activity, which spans 40 minutes and includes tasks such as describing Mr. Sir through his description, dialogue, and actions. Students then complete a table task and write a detailed paragraph about Mr. Sir, with the option for scaffolding to support their learning. An extension task prompts students to predict Mr. Sir's future in the story, encouraging analytical thinking and application of their understanding. The lesson concludes with a 10-minute plenary where findings are shared and discussed, incorporating peer and self-assessment to evaluate progress. Differentiation opportunities are provided throughout the lesson to cater to varying abilities, including editable resources and the balance between teacher guidance and independent learning.