Kensuke's Kingdom - Chapter 5 - Worksheet

In Chapter 5 of "Kensuke's Kingdom," students are invited to delve deeper into the narrative through a series of discussion questions that explore the dynamics between the characters Michael and Kensuke. These questions encourage pupils to consider Michael's initial encounter with Kensuke, his initial belief in his ability to survive alone, the evolution of his feelings over time, and Kensuke's reasons for prohibiting fire. The chapter also includes a variety of reading activities, such as continuing a timeline of key events, analysing Kensuke's character, and reflecting on how one might react in Michael's situation, all designed to enhance comprehension and engagement with the text.

The worksheet goes beyond reading comprehension to encompass a wide array of learning opportunities. Writing tasks include creating a survival guide, penning letters to Kensuke from Michael's perspective, and drafting a diary entry as Kensuke. These activities aim to foster creativity and empathy by putting students in the characters' shoes. Additionally, the worksheet includes a 'Grammar and Punctuation Hunt' to strengthen language skills, and a 'Words to Workshop' section to expand vocabulary with a range of descriptive words. Cross-curricular links are abundant, connecting the themes of the story with subjects such as Science, Computing, History, Geography, Art, Design and Technology, Music, Physical Education, Religious Education, and Personal, Social, Health and Economic education, thus providing a holistic educational experience that bridges literature with other areas of learning.