Darwin's Dragons - Session 14 - Chapters 42 - 45 - Worksheet

In Session 14, covering Chapters 42 to 45 of "Darwin's Dragons," students are invited to delve into the evolving narrative with a series of discussion questions. They explore how Covington's life has been altered since his return to England, the moment of realization when Covington identifies Farthing as a dragon, and Darwin's decision to share the discovery of dragon eggs with Mrs Whitby. These questions are designed to deepen comprehension and encourage critical thinking about the characters' motivations and the story's progression.

The session also includes a variety of reading activities, such as extending a timeline to track significant events, listing flora and fauna mentioned in the text, and analyzing the character of Mrs Harvey. A dramatic improvisation task encourages students to explore the conversation between Darwin and Mrs Whitby about the dragon eggs. Additionally, the session focuses on grammar and punctuation with activities including a 'Grammar Hunt' and a 'Words to Workshop' section that introduces vocabulary like 'preserved', 'hunched', and 'palpitation'. Writing opportunities are presented through creative tasks such as diary entries, letters, and newspaper reports, while cross-curricular links connect the literary content to subjects like science, computing, history, geography, art, PE, RE, and PSHE, offering a holistic educational experience that spans various disciplines.