The 13-Storey Treehouse - Session 1 - Prediction

The first session of "The 13-Storey Treehouse" introduces us to a whimsical scenario where Terry, one of the characters, has painted a cat yellow, akin to a canary. In a surprising twist that stretches the imagination, the cat sprouts wings and takes flight upon being dropped. This unexpected turn of events leads to an engaging prediction exercise for the students. They are prompted to ponder the possible adventures of the now airborne feline: where might it go, what could it encounter, and how would its journey unfold? This exercise not only stirs the creativity of the children but also encourages them to connect with the story by hypothesising about the cat's destination and future escapades.

Encouraging the students to articulate their thoughts, the session provides a space for them to write down their predictions. This activity serves as a bridge between the students' imagination and the narrative, allowing them to actively participate in the storytelling process. By predicting the cat's trajectory, the children engage with the text on a deeper level, practicing inference and narrative foresight. This interactive component of the lesson not only enhances reading comprehension but also fosters a sense of anticipation and curiosity about the story's development.