The Giants Necklace - Part 1 - Worksheet

This worksheet, designed for Key Stage 2 students, explores "The Giant's Necklace" through a variety of engaging activities aimed at enhancing comprehension and critical thinking skills. Discussion questions prompt students to consider the atmosphere in the cottage on the morning of the story, describe the dynamics of Cherry's relationship with her brothers, and delve into her determination to complete a necklace. Students are encouraged to reflect on Cherry's decisions, such as whether she should have ceased her shell search earlier. These questions are designed to deepen understanding and engage students with the text on a more personal level.

Reading activities include character analysis for Cherry and her mother, plotting a timeline of events, and engaging in drama exercises to explore the characters' perspectives. Students are also asked to use descriptive elements from the text to create visual representations of the cove before and after significant events. They are invited to predict future plot developments and complete a reading comprehension exercise. Grammar and punctuation skills are honed through a 'Grammar Hunt' focusing on semi-colons, direct speech, informal language, expanded noun phrases, and sentence starters, while a 'Words to Workshop' section introduces challenging vocabulary. Writing opportunities range from narrative to poetry, recounting diary entries and postcards, and crafting reports and explanations. Cross-curricular links in geography, science, computing, art, design technology, and personal, social, health, and economic (PSHE) education encourage students to integrate learning across subjects. These activities are designed to stimulate creativity and apply knowledge in various contexts, promoting a holistic learning experience.