Are you a fan of storytelling in the classroom to engage and motivate your students, like us? Well, Roald Dahl’s classic Charlie and the Chocolate factory is a must! Kids love it! It has all the ingredients to have fun while learning new vocabulary, practise reading and writing skills and offering an immersive learning experience.
I used the book you can see in the picture below. I chose a graded readers one because I the authentic story would have been too difficult for my 9 year old ESL students and it focuses on the past simple, which is something we were working on at the time, so it was great.
I can say with no doubt that they really enjoyed the story itself and that they learned new vocabulary and practised the use of the past simple (regular and irregular). I think it really makes a difference when they can see in context what they have just learned about in theory.
Here are the activities I used with this book for my group of 4th-5th year of primary:
- Vocabulary Word Search: Challenge students to explore key vocabulary words from the book through an entertaining word search activity. It’s a deliciously fun way to reinforce their understanding of the story’s language.
- Character Description Worksheets: Encourage students to delve deeper into the characters of «Charlie and the Chocolate Factory» with four comprehensive worksheets dedicated to character analysis. From describing their personalities to discussing their physical appearances, these worksheets provide a holistic approach to character exploration.
- Past Simple Verb Practice: Help students master the past simple tense with a blend of regular and irregular verb practice inspired by events from the book. It’s a valuable opportunity for students to solidify their understanding of grammar while immersing themselves in the whimsical world of Willy Wonka.
- Comprehension Questions: Test students’ comprehension of the story with a set of thought-provoking questions that delve into key plot points and themes. This activity encourages critical thinking and ensures a deeper engagement with the text.
- Design Your Own Chocolate Bar: Spark creativity with a hands-on activity where students can unleash their imagination and design their very own chocolate bar inspired by Willy Wonka’s inventive confections. From flavor combinations to eye-catching wrappers, the possibilities are endless!
Here are some pictures of how the worksheets went with my group of 4th-5th year of primary:
I hope you enjoy doing these activities and that your students love the story just like mine! Don’t forget to leave a review on TPT, please! It really helps!
Bye for now!
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