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Important notes for the teacher and the learner

It is important to guide learners carefully and patiently in order to eventually inspire them into
liking the literature they are reading. As a facilitator, you need to start with the basics. For
instance, introduce learners to the basic elements of literature such as short stories, fiction and
nonfiction, poetry and drama. Then, make them familiar with simple structures like the
beginning, middle, chapters and the end.
Guide learners to identify the settings, that is, the time and place of the story. Finally help
learners to understand how language is used through features of style such as dialogue, simile,
metaphor, flashback and exaggeration. The following approaches and notes can help you.

Preparation – it is important to read the novella in order to familiarize yourself with the text,
specific learning outcomes and the Key Inquiry Questions. You can make lesson notes .
Brainstorming – guide the learners to think and generate ideas for the interpretation and
analysis of the novella.
Discussion Groups – organise your learners to work in pairs, groups or as a class.
Making notes– ask learners to always write the main points of the text they have read.
Question and answer – use oral questions to encourage inquiry and delve more into the novella.
Dictionary – encourage learners to look up the meanings of new words. Advise them to use
contextual clues to understand the meaning. The dictionary should be used as a last resort.
Role play – guide learners to perform simple roles, skits and acts based on the novella.

Dialogues – guide learners to act out conversation parts of the novella.
Writing – direct learners to write short essays, dialogues, diaries and personal journals based on
the novella. They can also write articles and essays for the school newsletter and magazine to
reinforce their memory.
Suggested teaching and learning resources
 Grade 7 approved Novella – in this case, use Strange Happenings.
 Comprehensive Novella Guide by Climax publishers.
 Charts and pictures showing the setting, characters and different scenes.
 Flashcards showing adjectives that describe the character traits, characters, themes and
style.
 Videos showing events happening during different times.
 Digital devices such as mobile phones, tablets and computers.
 Stationery to highlight and note down the key points while reading the novella. You may
underline or circle important issues, characters and style.
Strategies for the facilitator to guide the learner
Motivate and stimulate : Engage learners in discussions about the novella.

Brainstorm and discuss : Ask open-ended questions about the characters, settings, and
themes to encourage critical thinking and comprehension.
Encourage them to express their thoughts and feelings about the
novella.

Explore and discover : Think and critically and analyse the events in the novella. Focus
on the structure of story including the introduction of characters
and settings, the development of plot, and the resolution of
conflict.

Apply and practice : Encourage learners to practice the admirable and desirable morals
and virtues. Turn away from the vices and evils in the story.
Rebuke the ills.

Create and innovate : Use visual aids such as story maps and graphic organizers to help
learners understand and visualize the structure and setting of a
story. Use descriptive language to encourage learners to imagine
themselves in that place and time.

Disseminate and share : Encourage learners to discuss, share and present their findings
about, settings, styles, themes, characters, and other techniques in
class. This will promote collaboration and help learner to develop a

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strong foundation in understanding literature genres, culminating
in lifelong love of reading and learning.

Assess the learner : Prepare different assessment tools to determine how
competencies, skills, values and knowledge have been achieved.
Keep a diary : Guide learners to keep a diary on what the sections they expect to

read or are currently reading.

Keep a journal : Advise learners to keep a journal of what they have already read.
Effective reading strategies for the learner
 Set targets, create time and make a timetable for reading the novella.
 Always organize yourself by getting a note book and a pen.
 Write the title and the author of the novella.
 Read silently unless you are pronouncing new words. This speeds up your reading.
 Avoid pointing fingers, moving your head and re-reading parts of the text.
 Practice pronunciation of new words and look up meanings if needed.
 Highlight important parts and underline main points.
 Summarize key points and take breaks as you read.

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