The theme of belonging in 'Wild'
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
You can describe how a character is feeling at different points in the story, 'Wild'.
Key learning points
- Information about a character and setting can be found in the text and in illustrations.
- Some adjectives describe feelings and emotions.
- A character's feelings and emotion can change throughout the story.
- Linking our own experiences to what we are reading helps us to understand the character's feelings and actions.
- The feeling of belonging means being accepted, feeling included and safe.
Keywords
Theme - a main idea that the writer wants to focus on
Character - a person or an animal in a story
Feeling - an emotion felt on the inside
Emotion - feeling or mood
Common misconception
Pupils may struggle to understand other's perspectives (i.e. where others feel they belong).
Remind pupils that one person's feeling of belonging may be different to someone else's and the importance of perspective.
Teacher tip
When discussing the theme of belonging, consider the personal past and present experiences of your pupils to ensure they all feel safe during the discussion. So children can secure understanding of "belonging", refer back to it in other contexts.
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of the text 'Wild' by Emily Hughes, published by Flying Eye Books 2013.
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