Brightstorm - Session 3 - Chapter 3 - Worksheet

The worksheet for Session 3, Chapter 3 of "Brightstorm" encourages students to delve deeper into the narrative and the characters' experiences. Discussion questions prompt students to consider the author's intentions for placing characters Arthur and Maudie in challenging circumstances, as well as the moral implications of Mistress Poacher's actions regarding the sale of these characters to Mr and Mrs Beggins. The worksheet also explores Mrs Beggins' attitude towards Arthur's disability, encouraging critical thought and empathy.

Reading activities included in the worksheet are designed to enhance comprehension and analytical skills. Students are asked to continue a timeline of significant events, make predictions about the protagonists' future, and start a character analysis of the Beggin's family, integrating resources for a more in-depth understanding. Additionally, drama activities like creating freeze frames from key moments in the chapter allow students to express their interpretations creatively. The worksheet also focuses on grammar and punctuation with activities centred around semi-colons, modal verbs, and sentence structures. A vocabulary workshop introduces words such as 'neglecting' and 'hostile', aimed at expanding students' lexicon. Writing opportunities range from crafting a leaflet explaining the Explorer's Code to writing a persuasive letter from Mistress Poacher, all designed to engage students in various forms of written expression. Cross-curricular links are extensive, including science, history, geography, computing, and PSHE, allowing for a holistic learning experience that connects literature with a broad range of educational topics.