Brightstorm - Session 7 - Chapter 9 & 10 - Worksheet

The worksheet for Session 7, focusing on Chapters 9 and 10 titled "An Offer & Trust," delves into the narrative of Arthur and Maudie within the engaging world of Brightstorm. It prompts students to explore the motivations behind Eudora Vane's proposition to help the protagonists, encouraging critical thinking through discussion questions that ask why the characters might reject such an offer and who is responsible for their confinement in a cellar. These questions are designed to deepen comprehension and encourage students to consider character development and authorial intent.

Complementing the discussion are various reading activities that include continuing a timeline of significant events, expressing the hopes and fears of the characters regarding an upcoming expedition, and predicting future plot developments. Students are also asked to compare the offers made by two characters, Eudora and Harriet, and to engage in reading comprehension exercises. The session further includes a grammar and punctuation section focusing on elements such as direct speech, modal verbs, and conjunctions, with a 'Grammar Hunt' to apply these concepts. The 'Words to Workshop' section introduces vocabulary that enriches language skills, featuring words such as 'nonchalantly' and 'insistently'. Writing opportunities encourage students to craft persuasive letters and diary entries, allowing them to express creativity and understanding of the characters' perspectives. Finally, the worksheet suggests cross-curricular links, connecting the literary content to broader educational themes in science, history, geography, computing, art, and PSHE, offering a holistic approach to learning.