| Lesson | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lesson 1: Introduction to Roald Dahl | 60 minutes | Pictures of Roald Dahl, map of the UK, timeline template, whiteboard, markers | Introduce Roald Dahl with pictures and a brief overview. Show students where and when he lived using a map. | Discuss Roald Dahl's early life, including his birthplace and early childhood. Create a basic timeline on the whiteboard. | Review key points about Roald Dahl’s early life. Ask students to recall one fact they learned. | Students will complete a worksheet with questions about Roald Dahl's early life. Teacher will check for understanding. |
| Lesson 2: Roald Dahl's Major Works | 60 minutes | Copies of Roald Dahl’s book covers, summary of works, whiteboard, markers | Show students covers of Roald Dahl’s famous books. Discuss what they might already know about these books. | Read summaries of a few key works (e.g., "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "Matilda"). Discuss themes and characters. | Ask students which book or story seemed most interesting to them and why. | Students will write a short paragraph about which book they would like to read and why. Teacher will review their choices. |
| Lesson 3: Contributions to Society and Culture | 60 minutes | Video clips from Roald Dahl movies, articles about his impact, whiteboard, markers | Show a short video clip from a movie based on a Roald Dahl book. Ask students if they have seen any movies or read any books by him. | Discuss how Roald Dahl’s stories have been turned into movies and plays. Talk about his influence on children’s literature. | Summarize the discussion by highlighting Roald Dahl’s lasting impact on literature and media. | Students will create a poster showing how Roald Dahl has influenced modern culture. Teacher will assess creativity and understanding. |
| Lesson 4: Personal Connection to Roald Dahl | 60 minutes | Paper, crayons, markers, Roald Dahl book excerpts | Read an excerpt from a Roald Dahl book. Ask students how they feel about the character or story. | Have students draw a picture of their favorite scene or character from the excerpt. Discuss why they chose that scene or character. | Students share their drawings and explain their choices. Discuss how Roald Dahl’s stories relate to their own lives. | Students will write a few sentences about how they connect with the character or story. Teacher will review for personal connection. |
| Lesson 5: Designing a Timeline | 60 minutes | Timeline templates, markers, Roald Dahl biography notes | Review the key events in Roald Dahl’s life. Show an example of a timeline. | Students will use the timeline template to plot major events in Roald Dahl’s life, including birth, major works, and death. | Review timelines together. Discuss any differences and ensure all key events are included. | Students will present their timelines to the class. Teacher will assess accuracy and completeness. |
| Lesson 6: Roald Dahl's Legacy | 60 minutes | Articles about Roald Dahl’s legacy, whiteboard, markers | Discuss what a legacy is and what it means to leave one. Ask students what they think Roald Dahl’s legacy is. | Read articles and discuss how Roald Dahl’s works continue to influence literature and media. Mention any awards or honors he received. | Summarize Roald Dahl’s contributions and lasting impact. Ask students what they think his most important legacy is. | Students will write a short essay on Roald Dahl’s legacy. Teacher will assess understanding and writing skills. |