Fantastic Mr. Fox: Unraveling the Secrets

• Music
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Fantastic Mr. Fox: Unraveling the Secrets

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will have a deeper understanding of the plot, characters, and themes in 'Fantastic Mr. Fox' by Roald Dahl.

What do you already know about the book 'Fantastic Mr. Fox' by Roald Dahl?

About Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl was a British author known for his imaginative and humorous children's books. He wrote 'Fantastic Mr. Fox' in 1970.

Plot Summary

The story follows Mr. Fox, a clever and cunning fox, as he outwits three farmers who are determined to catch him and his family. Mr. Fox's daring escapades and his friendship with other woodland creatures create an engaging adventure.

Characters

The key characters in 'Fantastic Mr. Fox' include Mr. Fox, Mrs. Fox, their children, and the three farmers: Boggis, Bunce, and Bean. Each character has distinct traits and plays a vital role in the story.

Themes

The book explores themes of bravery, cleverness, and the power of teamwork. It teaches us that even the smallest and seemingly weakest can triumph against adversity through intelligence and resourcefulness.

Discussion: What Makes Mr. Fox Fantastic?

Let's reflect on what makes Mr. Fox 'fantastic.' Discuss his personality traits, actions, and how he inspires others. Share your thoughts with the class.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.