The Highwayman - Lesson 2 - The Highwayman and Bess PowerPoint

The lesson plan titled "The Highwayman and Bess" is a resource designed to help students delve into the classic poem "The Highwayman" by Alfred Noyes. The lesson's primary objective is to develop students' understanding of the characters within the poem, particularly focusing on the highwayman himself and his love interest, Bess. Students begin the lesson by forming their initial impressions of the highwayman character, guided by descriptive words and phrases used by the poet. They are encouraged to write a paragraph that explores how Noyes presents the character to the reader, with sentence starters provided to assist them in their writing.

Additionally, the lesson includes an activity where students are tasked with drawing a picture of the highwayman, relying solely on the descriptions found in the text of the poem. This exercise aims to engage students' imagination and deepen their comprehension of the poem's imagery. The worksheet provided prompts learners to reflect on their first impressions of both the highwayman and Bess, and to consider what actions the highwayman is undertaking in the opening verses. By analyzing the characters and their actions, students gain a richer understanding of the narrative and thematic elements of "The Highwayman," enhancing their appreciation of Noyes' work.