'Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths': book club
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Why this why now
This unit uses and builds on pupils' exploration of the theme of identity, which was discussed in prior unit, 'El Deafo'. The protagonist in this text experiences similar challenges in relation to their cultural heritage. Pupils will engage in rich discussions around the characters, as well as building confidence in making connections and recommendations. In this unit, pupils explore traditions and stereotypes of Chinese families. It prepares pupils for future unit, 'Frizzy', where they will engage in a graphic novel exploring cultural expectations placed on a character of Dominican heritage.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Ability to draw upon previous reading and make connections.
- An understanding of what a stereotype is, and reasons they are held.
- Read or listened to 'Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths'.
- Ability to listen to and respond to other people's ideas, thoughts and opinions.
- Ability to decode text fluently at an age-appropriate level.
Threads
Why this why now
This unit uses and builds on pupils' exploration of the theme of identity, which was discussed in prior unit, 'El Deafo'. The protagonist in this text experiences similar challenges in relation to their cultural heritage. Pupils will engage in rich discussions around the characters, as well as building confidence in making connections and recommendations. In this unit, pupils explore traditions and stereotypes of Chinese families. It prepares pupils for future unit, 'Frizzy', where they will engage in a graphic novel exploring cultural expectations placed on a character of Dominican heritage.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Ability to draw upon previous reading and make connections.
- An understanding of what a stereotype is, and reasons they are held.
- Read or listened to 'Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths'.
- Ability to listen to and respond to other people's ideas, thoughts and opinions.
- Ability to decode text fluently at an age-appropriate level.
Reading, writing & oracy
'Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths': book club
In this unit, pupils read and explore the novel, 'Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths'. They explore and discuss the story and its key themes of hope, prejudice and creativity. Finally, pupils explore the characters and relationships in the text and make personal connections and recommendations.
2 lessons in unit
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