Building comprehension of 'Blackberry Blue' through rich discussions

English

Reading and engaging with 'Blackberry Blue'

Exploring characterisation in 'Blackberry Blue'

Making connections to 'Blackberry Blue'

In 'Blackberry Blue: reading’, pupils read and discussed a modern traditional tale, exploring its literary influences. In ’Beowulf: narrative writing’, pupils will explore a more complex and classic traditional tale.

In 'Hansel and Gretel: reading’, pupils discussed a modern version of a traditional tale. They discussed and explored the themes of good vs. evil and analysed how the main characters had been presented. In ’Blackberry Blue: reading’, pupils will develop this understanding by reading and exploring a modern fairy tale, discussing its literary influences.

In this unit, pupils read and explore the collection of fairytales, 'Blackberry Blue'. They explore how 'Blackberry Blue' addresses and challenges stereotypes through its storytelling and characterisation. Finally, pupils identify connections in the traditional fairytale, 'Cinderella'.

'Blackberry Blue': reading

Depiction of scary, confusing or unsettling events or characters placed in danger, including creation of a scary atmosphere through the use of music and sound.

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

initial feelings about a person, place or thing gained from reading

True or false? Prince Wolf danced with Blackberry Blue all evening at the Spring and Summer Balls.

to be filled with intense emotion, usually anger or resentment

something that cures or alleviates a problem or ailment

Match the following words to their meanings.

Which creature does the Queen transform into?

True or false? An impression always has to be positive.

Which of the following features are included on the **inside** of the character when completing a role-on-the-wall?

Which of the following features are included on the **outside** of the character when completing a role-on-the-wall?

Which character traits and emotions best fit Prince Wolf?

Which character traits and emotions best fit Blackberry Blue?

Who makes Blackberry Blue's dresses for the ball?

Who is the illustrator of the front cover and inside illustrations of 'Blackberry Blue'?

Building comprehension of 'Blackberry Blue' through rich discussions

Lesson outcome

Content guidance