the rat catchers daughter / Lesson Plan

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Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to improve your spelling skills and apply them in the context of "The Rat Catcher's Daughter".

Materials and Prep

  • Copy of "The Rat Catcher's Daughter" book
  • Paper and pencil

Activities

  1. Read a chapter from "The Rat Catcher's Daughter" aloud. Pay attention to any new or challenging words.

  2. Choose five words from the chapter and write them down on a piece of paper.

  3. Look up the definitions of the chosen words and write them next to each word.

  4. Create flashcards for the five words. Write the word on one side and the definition on the other.

  5. Practice spelling the words using the flashcards. Test yourself or ask a family member to quiz you.

  6. Write a short paragraph using the five words correctly. Try to incorporate them into a story related to "The Rat Catcher's Daughter".

  7. Share your paragraph with a family member or discuss it together. Make sure to use proper spelling and punctuation.

Australia: Year 7 Talking Points

  • "The Rat Catcher's Daughter" is set in the historical context of 19th century Australia.
  • "The Rat Catcher's Daughter" explores themes of social class and gender roles in Australia during that time period.
  • Australia has a rich history of diverse cultures and indigenous peoples, which influenced the society depicted in "The Rat Catcher's Daughter".
  • The story provides insights into the challenges faced by individuals living in urban areas of Australia during the 19th century.
  • "The Rat Catcher's Daughter" can be used as a tool to understand the historical and cultural context of Australia in Year 7 Social Studies.