Kensuke's Kingdom - Teacher Instructions

The "Kensuke's Kingdom" teacher instruction pack, created by KS2Gems in 2022, is a comprehensive resource designed to assist educators in delivering engaging and tailored lessons based on the book. Recognising that it may not be feasible to cover every activity suggested, the pack encourages teachers to select those which best align with the needs of their students and complement other subjects being taught. The activities are organised by chapter, allowing for flexibility in their application, whether teachers choose to read the full chapters or shorter excerpts to the class. It is important to ensure that the chosen activities correspond with the sections of the book being studied.

The resource is adaptable, with ideas for foundation subjects that can be integrated at different stages of the book, depending on what fits best with the class schedule and learning rhythm. Teachers are invited to add their own ideas to the pack, customising the learning experience to the unique dynamics of their classroom. The aim is to utilise this resource as a means to motivate and inspire students. Additionally, the pack includes a reference sheet for Reading Skills (RS), which correlates specific activities to the objectives outlined in the English National Curriculum. The instruction pack also suggests using the book in conjunction with Topic Overviews available on the website, such as "Geography Focus: All at Sea" and "Geography Focus: Water Worlds," and provides guidance on how to introduce a class book effectively.