Boy - Lesson 9 - Captain Hardcastle and Corkers PowerPoint

In an English lesson focused on the use of contrast in writing, students explore how Roald Dahl effectively uses this technique to distinguish between characters. The lesson's objectives are to understand the concept of contrast in literature and to examine the differing presentations of two characters, Captain Hardcastle and Corkers, from Dahl's tales of his childhood. Through this study, students are encouraged to consider how contrasting characteristics can be used to create memorable and vivid personalities within a story.

The lesson involves a variety of activities designed to deepen students' comprehension of contrast. They begin by contemplating what contrast means in different contexts, such as adjusting the contrast on a screen, and then apply this understanding to literature. Students are asked to read the chapter titled 'Corkers' and reflect on their own idea of an ideal teacher, comparing this to the character Corkers. The lesson continues with an examination of visual contrasts and extends to analyzing the stark differences between the strict discipline of Captain Hardcastle and the more affectionate remembrance of Corkers. By completing a comparison table and discussing their findings, students gain insight into how contrasting characters can enhance storytelling and character development.