The Last Bear - Session 9 - Worksheet

In Session 9 of "The Last Bear" worksheet, students delve into Chapters 18 and 19 with a series of discussion questions designed to deepen their comprehension and engagement with the text. They explore April's enjoyment of the sensation of flying, the method Bear uses to communicate his story to April, and her emotional response to understanding his narrative. Additionally, the students contemplate the reasons behind April's promise, prompting them to consider the motivations and feelings of the characters.

The worksheet includes a variety of reading activities that encourage students to track the timeline of events, make predictions about April's promise, compare the stories of April and Bear, and enhance their understanding through reading comprehension exercises. Grammar and punctuation are also addressed through a 'Grammar Hunt', where students focus on adverbs, expanded noun phrases, conjunctions, commas, and paragraph usage. Vocabulary is reinforced with a 'Words to Workshop' section, introducing terms such as 'imposing', 'menacing', 'testament', and 'invincible', among others. Writing opportunities are provided for students to express their creativity through poetry and narrative writing, focusing on April's flying experience and Bear's story. Cross-curricular links span a wide range of subjects, from science and computing to history, geography, art, and more, providing a comprehensive educational experience that extends beyond English literacy. Finally, the session encourages real-world application and social responsibility with activities like a litter pick to cultivate environmental awareness among the students.