Inference means to use clues from within the text to draw conclusions.

A turning point in a narrative is a pivotal moment that significantly alters the course of the story or a character's journey.

An emotions graph is a reading task where readers plot a character's feelings and emotions as they change throughout a narrative.

Turning points in 'Oliver Twist'

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Introducing the context of 'Oliver Twist'

Exploring characterisation in 'Oliver Twist'

Building comprehension of 'Oliver Twist' through rich discussion

Exploring and engaging with themes in 'Oliver Twist'

In 'Oliver Twist: reading’, pupils read, discussed and explored a classic narrative. In ’Beowulf: reading’, pupils will read, discuss and explore an epic poem.

In 'A Christmas Carol': narrative writing and reading', pupils used a text as a stimulus for their writing. In ’Oliver Twist: reading’, pupils will read, discuss and explore another text written by Charles Dickens.

In this unit, pupils read and explore a version of Charles Dickens' novel, 'Oliver Twist'. They explore characterisation within the text, make predictions and engage in rich discussions about the plot. Finally, pupils identify and engage with the key themes in the text.

'Oliver Twist': reading

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

to use clues from within the text to draw conclusions

a pivotal moment that significantly alters the course of the story

a reading task where readers plot a character's feelings and emotions

Match the following keywords to their definitions.

to steal valuables that do not belong to them

What do Crackitt and Sikes hope to do at the house in the countryside?

Match the locations to the characters that Oliver meets there.

What happens to Oliver at the end of chapter 9?

Someone bumped into me and my wallet was missing afterwards.

Vendors called out their wares in the bustling marketplace.

There was a broken window and things missing from the house.

The sun cast a warm glow over the cobblestone streets.

In which of the following sentences might a reader be able to infer criminal activity?

True or False? Turning points in a text can only be positive.

Match the adjectives to the character in 'Oliver Twist'.

Where is Oliver on his way to when he is captured by Nancy and Bill Sikes?

What is the name of Bill Sikes' dog that threatens Oliver?

True or False? The character of Nancy has not changed since the reader first encountered her.

What is the most suitable definition of the word **ramshackle**?

Here is an image of a Victorian **scullery**. Which present-day name do you think best fit its description?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of serious crime

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision required

Introduction

What will you need for this lesson?

Are you ready to learn?

Equipment

Content guidance

Supervision

Worksheet