The Suitcase Kid - teaching resource

The Suitcase Kid – Jacqueline Wilson KS2 Teaching Resource 

This flexible English teaching unit is designed to support Year 5/6 pupils in exploring Jacqueline Wilson’s The Suitcase Kid through a wide range of reading, writing, drama, and PSHE activities. The unit is suitable for pupils of all abilities and covers approximately three weeks of English lessons.

Resource features include:

• Prediction tasks using explicit and implicit detail

• Empathy-based writing in role as key characters

• Vocabulary analysis and character exploration

• Thematic discussion on family, loss, loneliness, and resilience

• Drama-based strategies such as role play and decision alley

• Writing in 1st, 2nd and 3rd person

• Genre-based writing: letters, diaries, poetry, recounts, persuasive texts, and more

• Grammar and punctuation coverage in line with the National Curriculum

• Cross-curricular learning: PSHE, D.T., science (healthy eating, space), and more

• 111-slide editable PowerPoint + 12 printable worksheets

The resource also encourages pupil reflection, creativity, and critical thinking while offering opportunities for cross-curricular and pastoral development.

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