The Secret of Platform 13 - Teacher Instructions

The "Secret of Platform 13" teacher instruction pack, created by KS2Gems in 2022, is a comprehensive resource designed to enrich the reading experience of the eponymous book within a classroom setting. Compiled with a wealth of ideas and activities, this resource is not meant to be used in its entirety but rather offers a selection that teachers can choose from, tailoring the content to the specific needs and interests of their class and aligning it with other subjects being taught. Each chapter of the book comes with corresponding suggestions, allowing teachers to integrate smaller excerpts if preferred, ensuring the activities are relevant to the passages read.

Flexibility is key in utilising this pack effectively. Teachers are encouraged to apply the activities at the most opportune moments in their teaching schedule, even if that deviates from the initial recommendations. The pack is designed to be adaptable, with the primary goal of engaging and exciting students about their learning journey. Additionally, the pack includes references to Reading Skills (RS) which are mapped to the objectives of the English National Curriculum, ensuring that the activities support key educational goals. For those looking to expand the thematic scope of their lessons, the instruction pack suggests relevant Topic Overviews available on the website, such as "English Focus: Scary Monsters and Supercreeps," and provides guidance on launching a class book, further enhancing the teaching experience.