War Horse is a complete 14 lesson scheme of work with a 138 slide PowerPoint presentation, 14 structured lessons and  a 7 page booklet of worksheets.     KS2 English Teaching Resources: War Horse by Michael Morpurgo contains a range of lessons, tasks and activities designed to develop pupil knowledge and understanding of the historical context, plot, characters, language and themes of this wonderful novel.     Our War Horse teaching resources include a collection of activities for pupils of all abilities:     - A scheme of work overview with 14 four part lessons covering historical context, plot, character, themes and language   - Analysis of the characters of Joey, Albert, Father, Captain Nicholls and others  - Extension activities - 4 part lessons with starter activity, introduction, development and plenary   - Historical context understanding research activity   - Developing inference and deduction skills   - Empathetic writing - Joey's diary   - Hot seating to develop character knowledge and understanding   - Analysing Michael Morpurgo's use of language and narrative structure in War Horse   - Writing a newspaper story   - 14 lesson scheme of work with overview/teacher notes   - A 138 slide PowerPoint presentation  - 7 worksheets to accompany the PowerPoint slideshow 

<p>For educators looking to delve deeper into the themes and historical context of "War Horse," a variety of resources are available to enhance the teaching and learning experience. These include engaging materials such as the official website for the stage adaptation of "War Horse," which offers educational insights. Additionally, to capture the cinematic interpretation, the film trailer can be a useful visual tool to introduce students to the story's dramatic elements. Teachers can also access additional teaching resources to support their lesson plans, providing a well-rounded approach to exploring the narrative and its significance.</p>

<p>Furthermore, the author of "War Horse," Michael Morpurgo, provides valuable perspectives on the importance of remembering the First World War. His insights can be a powerful way to connect students with the historical events that inspired the story and to foster a deeper understanding of the impact of war on both humans and animals. These resources not only complement the teaching of "War Horse" but also enrich students' appreciation of the literary work and its place in commemorating history.</p>

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War Horse is a complete 14 lesson scheme of work with a 138 slide PowerPoint presentation, 14 structured lessons and a 7 page booklet of worksheets.     KS2 English Teaching Resources: War Horse by Michael Morpurgo contains a range of lessons, tasks and activities designed to develop pupil knowledge and understanding of the historical context, plot, characters, language and themes of this wonderful novel.     Our War Horse teaching resources include a collection of activities for pupils of all abilities:     - A scheme of work overview with 14 four part lessons covering historical context, plot, character, themes and language   - Analysis of the characters of Joey, Albert, Father, Captain Nicholls and others  - Extension activities - 4 part lessons with starter activity, introduction, development and plenary   - Historical context understanding research activity   - Developing inference and deduction skills   - Empathetic writing - Joey's diary   - Hot seating to develop character knowledge and understanding   - Analysing Michael Morpurgo's use of language and narrative structure in War Horse   - Writing a newspaper story   - 14 lesson scheme of work with overview/teacher notes   - A 138 slide PowerPoint presentation  - 7 worksheets to accompany the PowerPoint slideshow 

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