The Falcon's Malteser - Session 15 - Chapter 19 & 20 - Worksheet

During Session 15, which covers Chapters 19 and 20 of "The Falcon's Malteser," students delve into a series of discussion questions that probe into the characters' emotions and motives, such as Nick's feelings upon his arrival at the cemetery and the reason behind Lauren sending him a parcel. The most thrilling segment of the story is also explored to engage students with the narrative's peaks. Furthermore, reading activities are designed to enhance comprehension and engagement with the text, including creating a timeline of events, mapping the characters' movements across central London, and writing a book review. A separate reading comprehension resource complements these tasks.

Grammar and punctuation skills are sharpened through a 'Grammar Hunt' activity focusing on expanded noun phrases, the use of dashes, and direct speech. A 'Words to Workshop' section encourages students to delve deeper into vocabulary, examining words such as 'witness,' 'inscription,' and 'astonishment' to enhance their linguistic understanding. Writing opportunities are abundant, with tasks such as completing an evidence board, writing a diary entry from the perspective of Herbert, and crafting a news report about "The Falcon’s Malteser." Additionally, the session offers a cross-curricular journey, linking the themes of the story to subjects like science, computing, history, and geography, with activities ranging from exploring light and forces to studying crime and punishment. Creative and practical subjects are also integrated, with students encouraged to create a model of a memorial stone in DT, analyse detective genre music in Music, and discuss the moral implications of crime in RE and PSHE, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience that extends beyond the literary analysis.