Kensuke's Kingdom - Chapter 10 - Worksheet

The worksheet for Chapter 10 and the Postscript of "Kensuke's Kingdom" provides a comprehensive set of activities for KS2 students. The discussion questions delve into the characters' motivations and emotions, asking why the rain frustrates Michael, why Kensuke is protective of the island's wildlife, and why he insists on secrecy about the island's existence. A postscript discussion encourages students to consider the purpose of this narrative addition. The reading activities include creating a timeline of key events, comparing characters' feelings at pivotal moments, and conducting a book review, all designed to deepen comprehension and analytical skills.

Writing opportunities allow students to explore different formats and perspectives, such as crafting a news report on Michael's discovery, writing a diary entry from his mother's point of view, composing a thank-you letter to Kensuke, and reviewing the book. The worksheet also suggests cross-curricular links, integrating science topics like animal studies and light, computing tasks like blogging and using social media responsibly, history lessons about World War 2 in Asia, and geography exercises involving map reading and understanding climate zones. Art, design and technology, music, physical education, religious education, and personal, social, health, and economic (PSHE) education are also woven into the learning experience, encouraging students to connect the themes of the story with a broad range of subjects and skills.