The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime
By Mark haddon
RECAP !
Look at the covers of the book below
1. List the different elements you can see 2. Analyse the words from the title
The story might/ may/ must be about... ...may refer to …… Due to …….., It could ……..
3. Imagine what the story may be about
You are a young journalist for Science Focus in charge of writing an article on Christopher Boone, 35 years old, who is a brilliant mathematician who has won the Fields Medal. As you contacted him to know more about his life and family, he gave you a book entitled " The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time". You decide to open it. 1) You read through the chapters and you are struck by chapter numbering 2, 3, 5, 7, 11.... What logic is used? 2) Picked by curiosity, you start reading.
You are a young journalist for Science Focus in charge of writing an article on Christopher Boone, 35 years old, who is a brilliant mathematician who has won the Fields Medal. As you contacted him to know more about his life and family, he gave you a book entitled " The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time". You decide to open it. 1) You read through the chapters and you are struck by chapter numbering 2, 3, 5, 7, 11.... What logic is used? 2) Picked by curiosity, you start reading.
Task 1: Watch the book summary: Minute Book Report so that you remember the story.
Task 2: Jumbled bits of the summary. Reorder each step of the novel into the right order.
b. Christopher discovers the body of Wellington the dog and decides to investigate his death despite his dad’s warnings not to pry into other people’s business.
d. Mrs Alexander tells Christopher that his mum had an affair. He then discovers a box full of letters his mother has sent him and realises that she is not dead as he had been led to believe by his dad.
g. Ed finds a distressed Christopher and confesses the truth to him. He tries to explain why he lied about his mother – he also reveals it was he who killed Wellington.
h. Losing trust in his father, Christopher decides he cannot live with him anymore and so he must go to London to find his mother, Judy. a. Christopher gets on the train to London, very brave considering he has never left Swindon. He uses the London Underground and has a chaotic and eventful journey.
i. Eventually he reaches his mother’s flat. Her boyfriend, Mr Shears, does not like having Christopher around.
c. Christopher and his mum leave, and move back to Swindon.
f. Christopher starts to rebuild his relationship with his dad. After his pet rat dies, Ed gives him a puppy. e. Even though he is only 15, Christopher takes his Maths A-level exam. He passes and gets an A*. By the end of the novel Christopher is looking forward to the future.
Task 3: The plot structure. Use Freytag’s pyramid and draw your own diagram to sum up the plot.
Focus on the Characters
Focus on the Characters
Give your opinion : According to me, .. To my mind, ... Personally I think that ... As far as I'm concerned... Interact ! I agree / I disagree with you You're absolutely right ! I see what you mean but .. I'm affraid you're wrong ..
Build up your speech ! For example Indeed However although even if While / whereas In addition That's why
Discuss !!
Actor with Autism takes Center Stage
Actor with Autism takes Center Stage
1) Who is Mickey Rowe ? Mention 3 things about him 2) Why is being an actor a natural thing for him ? Explain the example he gives. 3) What does he like and dislike about being on stage ? 4) Why is he proud about being an actor ?
You want to include the promotion of the play in your podcast . Write your script for it !
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Adapted by Simon Stephens Starring Mike Rowe as Christopher
Performances take place at:
Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
When you are ready, present your ad !keep it dynamic ( think about your tone of voice/ sound effects..) Vote for the best - it will be broadcast online !
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Adapted by Simon Stephens Starring Luke Treadaway as Christopher
Performances take place at:
Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
Record a short advertising of the play to be broadcast on the radio
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Adapted by Simon Stephens
Performances take place at:
Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
(Stage and Films) Adaptations
(Stage and Films) Adaptations
- Focus on one of the adaptations and watch its trailer. - Take notes and compare with the original version - Share your findings with your partner -- Sum Up : To what extent are these adaptations faithful to the original book?
Cultural Diary
Complete your Cultural Diary
Find 1 or 2 works of fiction who are "different". Compare with Christopher Be ready to introduce your figure or character in class !
Christopher's Mood Board
Projects
Imagine you are Christopher, and you want to create a picture of one of the crisis events in the novel. Illustrate the event in the medium of your choice. Create a portrait of Christopher based on your understanding of his character.
• Redesign the book cover for a new release of the novel. Write a letter from Siobhan to a friend of hers, describing her work with Christopher.
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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime
By Mark haddon
RECAP !
Look at the covers of the book below
1. List the different elements you can see 2. Analyse the words from the title
The story might/ may/ must be about... ...may refer to …… Due to …….., It could ……..
3. Imagine what the story may be about
You are a young journalist for Science Focus in charge of writing an article on Christopher Boone, 35 years old, who is a brilliant mathematician who has won the Fields Medal. As you contacted him to know more about his life and family, he gave you a book entitled " The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time". You decide to open it. 1) You read through the chapters and you are struck by chapter numbering 2, 3, 5, 7, 11.... What logic is used? 2) Picked by curiosity, you start reading.
You are a young journalist for Science Focus in charge of writing an article on Christopher Boone, 35 years old, who is a brilliant mathematician who has won the Fields Medal. As you contacted him to know more about his life and family, he gave you a book entitled " The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time". You decide to open it. 1) You read through the chapters and you are struck by chapter numbering 2, 3, 5, 7, 11.... What logic is used? 2) Picked by curiosity, you start reading.
Task 1: Watch the book summary: Minute Book Report so that you remember the story.
Task 2: Jumbled bits of the summary. Reorder each step of the novel into the right order.
b. Christopher discovers the body of Wellington the dog and decides to investigate his death despite his dad’s warnings not to pry into other people’s business. d. Mrs Alexander tells Christopher that his mum had an affair. He then discovers a box full of letters his mother has sent him and realises that she is not dead as he had been led to believe by his dad. g. Ed finds a distressed Christopher and confesses the truth to him. He tries to explain why he lied about his mother – he also reveals it was he who killed Wellington. h. Losing trust in his father, Christopher decides he cannot live with him anymore and so he must go to London to find his mother, Judy. a. Christopher gets on the train to London, very brave considering he has never left Swindon. He uses the London Underground and has a chaotic and eventful journey. i. Eventually he reaches his mother’s flat. Her boyfriend, Mr Shears, does not like having Christopher around. c. Christopher and his mum leave, and move back to Swindon. f. Christopher starts to rebuild his relationship with his dad. After his pet rat dies, Ed gives him a puppy. e. Even though he is only 15, Christopher takes his Maths A-level exam. He passes and gets an A*. By the end of the novel Christopher is looking forward to the future.
Task 3: The plot structure. Use Freytag’s pyramid and draw your own diagram to sum up the plot.
Focus on the Characters
Focus on the Characters
Give your opinion : According to me, .. To my mind, ... Personally I think that ... As far as I'm concerned... Interact ! I agree / I disagree with you You're absolutely right ! I see what you mean but .. I'm affraid you're wrong ..
Build up your speech ! For example Indeed However although even if While / whereas In addition That's why
Discuss !!
Actor with Autism takes Center Stage
Actor with Autism takes Center Stage
1) Who is Mickey Rowe ? Mention 3 things about him 2) Why is being an actor a natural thing for him ? Explain the example he gives. 3) What does he like and dislike about being on stage ? 4) Why is he proud about being an actor ?
You want to include the promotion of the play in your podcast . Write your script for it !
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Adapted by Simon Stephens Starring Mike Rowe as Christopher
Performances take place at: Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
When you are ready, present your ad !keep it dynamic ( think about your tone of voice/ sound effects..) Vote for the best - it will be broadcast online !
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Adapted by Simon Stephens Starring Luke Treadaway as Christopher
Performances take place at: Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
Record a short advertising of the play to be broadcast on the radio
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Adapted by Simon Stephens
Performances take place at: Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
(Stage and Films) Adaptations
(Stage and Films) Adaptations
- Focus on one of the adaptations and watch its trailer. - Take notes and compare with the original version - Share your findings with your partner -- Sum Up : To what extent are these adaptations faithful to the original book?
Cultural Diary
Complete your Cultural Diary
Find 1 or 2 works of fiction who are "different". Compare with Christopher Be ready to introduce your figure or character in class !
Christopher's Mood Board
Projects
Imagine you are Christopher, and you want to create a picture of one of the crisis events in the novel. Illustrate the event in the medium of your choice. Create a portrait of Christopher based on your understanding of his character. • Redesign the book cover for a new release of the novel. Write a letter from Siobhan to a friend of hers, describing her work with Christopher.