Billy's Bucket - Week 6 Teaching Slides

In Week 6 of the English curriculum, 'Billy's Bucket' serves as a springboard for a range of creative activities that blend subjects such as geography and science with writing. Pupils are encouraged to write an extended narrative detailing the consequences of Dad's failure to heed Billy's warning about not touching his bucket. This task aims to deepen their comprehension and narrative skills. Additionally, pupils are tasked with formulating thoughtful questions for the author and illustrator, focusing on aspects directly related to the book's content rather than personal inquiries about age and such.

The unit also explores the rich world of seaside poetry. Pupils are exposed to various poems that evoke the essence of the seaside, and then they are given the opportunity to craft their own poems using the inspiration drawn from the texts they have read. To further challenge their creativity, they are introduced to acrostic poems—a poetic form where the first letter of each line spells out a word or message. With guidance, pupils are encouraged to create their own acrostic poems, possibly drawing on themes related to the seaside or the story of Billy's Bucket. This exercise not only encourages them to engage with poetry but also to think about the structure and thematic elements of their writing.