The Silver Sword - Lesson 15 - On the Road Again PowerPoint

The fifteenth lesson of 'The Silver Sword' by Ian Serraillier is an interactive session where students are encouraged to delve deeper into the narrative. The lesson objectives include completing a table of events for chapters 20 to 23, reading and discussing chapters 24 and 25, and filling in a cloze summary to test comprehension. This structured approach allows students to track the progression of the story's key events and characters, ensuring a thorough understanding of the plot's development. The focus on these specific chapters helps to maintain a clear and focused analysis of the text.

Diving into the details, the lesson invites pupils to explore the whereabouts of the titular sword and the actions of the character Jan. They are prompted to consider why Jan makes certain decisions, fostering critical thinking and interpretation skills. Additionally, a 'Lost and Found' activity provides an engaging way for students to engage with the text, as they fill in the blanks in a summary of chapter 24, piecing together the journey of the children towards Lake Constance and Switzerland. The lesson culminates in a plenary where students share and discuss their answers to the cloze passage, allowing for collaborative learning and clarification of any uncertainties that may have arisen during the lesson.