Making predictions about Sherlock Holmes
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can make predictions about the character of Sherlock Holmes using clues.
Key learning points
- Using clues to predict is a key skill in helping us understand more about a character
- Predicting could mean using images or quotes as clues to help us make inferences about a character
- You should use tentative language, evidence, conjunctions and alternative ideas when writing about your predictions
- Your prediction will be stronger if you provide two pieces of evidence
Keywords
Protagonist - The protagonist is the main character in a film, play or novel.
Occupation - Someone’s occupation is the job that they do.
Predict - To predict is to make an educated guess based on the information that you have.
Era - An era is a period of history defined by a particular event or character.
Meticulous - If you are meticulous, you show great attention to detail.
Common misconception
It is better to know everything about a character or text before reading.
Making predictions can help us with our comprehension of complex texts and independent thinking.
Teacher tip
Put some of the clues around the room so that pupils can experience the lesson like they are solving a puzzle.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does it mean to predict?
Q2.Who was on the throne in the Victorian era?
Q3.What is a quote?
Q4.What is a character?
Q5.What is a mystery story?
Q6.What is a detective?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is a prediction?
Q2.Which word best describes Sherlock Holmes?
Q3.What object does Holmes use that gives clues about his character?
Q4.What does the object Holmes is often pictured with suggest about him?
Q5.What type of language should be used when stating a prediction?
Q6.What two things from the the list below should you include when making a prediction?
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