1. Charles Dickens: Life & Times
Objective:
To acquire knowledge of Charles Dickens’ life.
To synthesise your knowledge of Charles Dickens.

2. Watch Watch the following introduction to Dickens.
What reason is given for Dickens’ popularity?
Objective: To acquire knowledge of Charles Dickens’ life.

3. What do you know?
On the post-it note, write down everything you know about Charles Dickens.
Objective: To acquire knowledge of Charles Dickens’ life.

4. Biography Watch the following film on Dickens.
Write down as many facts as you can.
Make sure you listen carefully and note down any important dates.
Objective: To acquire knowledge of Charles Dickens’ life.

5. Create
Create a leaflet about the life of Charles Dickens using the key facts from your notes.
Remember to use headings & sub-headings, bullet points & pictures.
Objective: To synthesise your knowledge of Charles Dickens.

6. Recap
On the sheet of paper, write down your name and one thing you have learnt about Charles Dickens.
Fold the top of the paper over to conceal your writing and swap with someone near you.
Repeat 3 or 4 times, each time using a different fact!