'Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx': book club
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Why this why now
This unit uses and builds on pupils' knowledge and understanding of a quest narrative, which was explored in the prior unit 'The Moon Dragons'. In this unit, pupils will read another quest narrative interwoven with themes of mythology. Pupils will identify and explore the key themes within the text and develop their confidence in sharing their interpretations and opinions through dicussions with others. This unit prepares pupils for further exploration of modern myths in the future unit 'Arthur and the Golden Rope', where pupils will draw comparisons between texts.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Have read or listened to 'Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx'.
- Have some understanding of myths.
- Ability to listen to and respond to other people's ideas, thoughts and opinions.
- Some pleasure, motivation and interest in books.
Threads
Why this why now
This unit uses and builds on pupils' knowledge and understanding of a quest narrative, which was explored in the prior unit 'The Moon Dragons'. In this unit, pupils will read another quest narrative interwoven with themes of mythology. Pupils will identify and explore the key themes within the text and develop their confidence in sharing their interpretations and opinions through dicussions with others. This unit prepares pupils for further exploration of modern myths in the future unit 'Arthur and the Golden Rope', where pupils will draw comparisons between texts.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Have read or listened to 'Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx'.
- Have some understanding of myths.
- Ability to listen to and respond to other people's ideas, thoughts and opinions.
- Some pleasure, motivation and interest in books.
Reading, writing & oracy
'Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx': book club
In this unit, pupils discuss and explore the story 'Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx'. They will develop their understanding of the features of a modern myth. Finally, pupils will explore the key themes in the text and develop a personal response.
2 lessons in unit
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