Armistice Runner - Session 3 - Prediction

In Session 3 of "The Armistice Runner," students are encouraged to engage with the text through the art of prediction, a key skill in developing their analytical and critical thinking abilities. The session is centred around a cliffhanger at the end of chapter 6, which teases the reader with the phrase "Then everything changed." This moment serves as a catalyst for students to ponder the possible directions the narrative could take. They are invited to speculate on the nature of this change and consider the various outcomes that could unfold from this pivotal point in the story. It's an opportunity for students to delve into the characters' motivations, the story's setting, and the historical context to make informed guesses about the ensuing events.

During this session, students are prompted to document their thoughts and predictions about the forthcoming twist in the tale. They are asked to complete the sentence "I think that..." to articulate their hypotheses about the story's development. This exercise not only stimulates imagination but also encourages students to draw on textual evidence and their own intuition to foresee the narrative's progression. It's an engaging way for them to connect more deeply with the material and to practice justifying their predictions with reasoning, thereby enhancing their comprehension and interpretive skills. The session is designed to be interactive and thought-provoking, guiding students to become more active and anticipatory readers.