Year 6 English Teaching Resources; Holes by Louis Sachar; a medium term plan overview, 23 lesson plans and 20 worksheets along with 161 slides of PowerPoint presentations.     Our Holes teaching resource is made up of an extensive assortment of activities for upper KS2 students.  It explores the following in detail:    Youth detention in the USA and boot camps, The historical context of the American South (racial segregation, civil rights, Jim Crow laws), Analysis of the characters of Stanley Yelnats, Mr Sir, Mr Pendanski, The Warden, Kate Barlow, Sam and Zero, Exploring key themes - crime and punishment, friendship, redemption, Key features of a novel - narrative hooks, building tension, setting the scene, Writing about the book using Point/Evidence/Explain, Louis Sachar's purpose and viewpoint, Activities to consolidate understanding of the plot, Language study in key scenes, Hot seating activities, Empathy writing tasks - diary and letter writing - to show understanding of plot, character and themes, Links to online games, quizzes and more lesson ideas.   

<p>To enhance the teaching of the novel "Holes," a variety of online resources are available for educators. These resources include interactive quizzes that can be accessed online or printed for classroom use. The quizzes are designed to engage students and test their comprehension of the book. Additionally, there are free online study guides that provide detailed notes and analyses, which can serve as valuable tools for both teachers and students looking to delve deeper into the book's themes, characters, and plot.</p>

<p>For a more interactive learning experience, students can participate in online trivia quizzes that challenge their knowledge of "Holes" through questions that require direct quotations from the book as evidence. This not only reinforces their memory of the story but also encourages close reading and attention to detail. Teachers can also explore further educational resources and ideas through links that offer a broader range of activities and insights related to the novel, catering to various learning styles and preferences.</p>

Medium Term Plan

Holes Medium Term Plan

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