The Pied Piper - Teaching Slides

The teaching slides for "The Pied Piper" are designed to engage students in an interactive exploration of the classic tale. Initially, the students are prompted to discuss their existing knowledge about the Pied Piper, including his identity, the setting of the story, and any clues given by accompanying pictures. Through guided prediction exercises, they are encouraged to anticipate the story's developments. The narrative unfolds in the town of Hamelin, located in Brunswick near Hanover city, where the townsfolk are plagued by a vermin infestation. The students are tasked with identifying the geographical locations mentioned in the poem and finding them on a map, while also reflecting on the poet's portrayal of the town.

As the lesson progresses, the students delve deeper into the text, examining key vocabulary such as 'ditty' and 'vermin', and hypothesising about the nature of the vermin and their impact on the people of Hamelin. Through a series of activities, they list the various places where the rats are causing havoc and the actions they are taking, fostering critical thinking and comprehension skills. The students are also prompted to consider alternative scenarios where the rats might be and what they could be doing. The slides guide the students through the narrative, exploring the character of the Mayor, the mysterious Pied Piper, and the dramatic resolution involving the children of Hamelin, all while encouraging personal reflections, predictions, and analyses of the characters' actions and motivations.