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'Beowulf': reading

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In this unit, pupils read and explore a translation and adaptation of the Old English epic poem 'Beowulf', written by Kevin Crossley-Holland. They explore the language and the context of the poem and then explore and discuss the chapters sequentially, gaining strong comprehension.

Prior knowledge requirements

  • Ardaydu waa inay yaqaanaan aasaaska maadada.
  • Ardaydu waa inay awoodaan inay raacaan tilmaamo fudud.
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'Beowulf': reading

In this unit, pupils read and explore a translation and adaptation of the Old English epic poem 'Beowulf', written by Kevin Crossley-Holland. They explore the language and the context of the poem and then explore and discuss the chapters sequentially, gaining strong comprehension.

7 lessons
  1. Beowulf begins his quest
  2. Beowulf faces a new foe
  3. Beowulf completes his Danish mission
  4. Beowulf and the dragon
  5. Beowulf's burial
  6. Characterisation of Beowulf and Grendel
  7. Beowulf among the Danes