Lesson flow
5 min
Opening Hook
Ask pupils whether they would prefer a fancy meal in a scary place or a plain meal at home.
15 min
Story Exploration
Read the story aloud. Pupils list what each mouse has and what each mouse lacks.
15 min
Analysis Exercises
Using a two-column chart, pupils compare town life and country life.
10 min
Application/Reflection
Pupils write about what makes them feel safe and happy at home.
5 min
Assessment Strategy
Pupils state the moral and give one detail from each setting that supports it.
STORY OVERVIEW
- Title and Moral: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse - "A simple life in peace is better than a rich life in fear."
- Plot Summary: A country mouse visits her cousin in town, enjoys a feast, but is chased by dogs and decides she prefers home.
LESSON FUNDAMENTALS
- Learning Objectives:
- Compare the two settings in the story.
- Explain why the Country Mouse goes home.
- Discuss what makes people content.
- Discussion Questions:
- What does the Town Mouse think of the country?
- What happens during the feast?
- Which life would you choose, and why?
- Required Materials:
- Copies of the story
- Whiteboard and markers
- Paper for notes and reflections
Original text available on the story page.