Letters from the Lighthouse - Session 14 - Worksheet

In 'Letters from the Lighthouse' Session 14, students delve into the theme 'Coughs and Sneezes Spread Diseases', exploring the characters' emotions and relationships through a series of discussion questions. They examine why Olive becomes angry with Dr Morrison's treatment of her brother Cliff and uncover the backstory of how Olive's mother and Miss Carter are acquainted. The revelation of their activities brings about a range of feelings in Olive, prompting students to consider her emotional response. The session also includes a variety of reading activities, such as extending a timeline of the story's key events, analysing the character of Olive's mother, and engaging with reading comprehension exercises.

The worksheet further enhances students' grammar and punctuation skills by focusing on the use of semi-colons, colons, commas, dashes, and adverbs, in addition to promoting cohesion throughout the book. A 'Words to Workshop' section is included to expand vocabulary with words like 'desperate', 'bleary-eyed', and 'overwhelmingly'. Writing opportunities encourage creative expression, with tasks like composing diary entries, letters, and narratives that fill gaps in the story. The session is enriched with cross-curricular links, incorporating subjects such as science, computing, history, geography, art, design and technology, music, religious education, personal, social, health and economic education, and physical education, offering a well-rounded educational experience that connects the literature to broader themes and subjects.