Chapter 6: “The Diamond Mines Again”

Objective: Students will analyze the theme of resilience and the power of imagination in the face of adversity.

1. Pre-reading activity:
   • Ask students to brainstorm different ways people can show resilience in difficult situations.
   • Have students share their ideas and create a class list on the board.
2. Reading:
   • Read chapter 6 of “A Little Princess” aloud as a class.
   • Pause at key moments to discuss the actions and thoughts of the characters, focusing on Sara’s resilience and use of imagination.
3. Discussion questions:
   • How does Sara demonstrate resilience in this chapter?
   • How does Sara’s imagination help her cope with her circumstances?
   • Why do you think Sara chooses to imagine herself as a princess in the diamond mines?
4. Writing activity:
   • Ask students to write a short paragraph about a time when they had to show resilience in their own lives.
   • Encourage them to include details about how they used their imagination to overcome challenges.
5. Extension activity:
   • Divide students into small groups and have them create a skit or short play based on a scene from the chapter that showcases Sara’s resilience and imagination.
   • Allow time for groups to rehearse and perform their skits for the class.

Chapter 7: “In the Attic”

Objective: Students will analyze the theme of friendship and the importance of kindness in building relationships.

1. Pre-reading activity:
   • Ask students to discuss the qualities they value in a friend.
   • Have students share their ideas and create a class list on the board.
2. Reading:
   • Read chapter 7 of “A Little Princess” aloud as a class.
   • Pause at key moments to discuss the interactions between Sara and Becky, focusing on the development of their friendship.
3. Discussion questions:
   • How does Sara’s kindness towards Becky impact their friendship?
   • How does Becky’s friendship help Sara cope with her new circumstances?
   • Why do you think Sara chooses to share her attic with Becky?
4. Art activity:
   • Provide students with art supplies and ask them to create a visual representation of Sara and Becky’s friendship.
   • Encourage them to include symbols or images that represent kindness and support.
5. Writing activity:
   • Ask students to write a letter to a friend, expressing their gratitude for their friendship and highlighting the qualities they appreciate in that person.
   • Encourage students to be specific and provide examples of moments when their friend showed kindness or support.
6. Extension activity:
   • Have students pair up and role-play a conversation between Sara and Becky, where they discuss their hopes and dreams for the future.
   • Encourage students to incorporate elements of kindness and support into their dialogue.