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Which subject	English
What topic	Blood Brothers
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Blood Brothers

Objectives

• Analyze the themes and characters of "Blood Brothers."
• Develop critical thinking skills through discussion and reflection.
• Enhance comprehension and communication skills in English.

Materials

• Excerpts from "Blood Brothers" (text or digital)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector (if needed for visuals)
• Worksheets for group activities
• Copies of homework assignment

Grade/Age Group

• Suitable for Secondary School (Year 1-3)

Subject

English

Class Size

• 20 students

Lesson Length

• 30 minutes

National Curriculum Compliance

• The lesson aligns with the Irish Junior Cycle English curriculum, focusing on literature appreciation and critical response.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (min)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Brief overview of "Blood Brothers" and its significance in Irish literature.
2	Reading & Reflection	10	Students read a selected excerpt from the play in pairs, followed by a group reflection on themes.
3	Group Discussion	10	Facilitate a discussion on key characters and themes, encouraging students to express their opinions.
4	Summary & Q&A	3	Summarize main points discussed and address any questions students may have.
5	Homework Assignment Explanation	2	Explain the homework task, ensuring clarity on expectations without requiring presentations.

Homework

• Write a reflective piece on a chosen character from "Blood Brothers" and their motivations, using evidence from the text to support your analysis.
• Collect and review homework without individual presentations to foster a comfortable learning environment.

Lesson script