Why the Whales Came — Michael Morpurgo • Ages 8+

Why the Whales Came — Teaching Resources

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Activities

Island Community Research

Pupils research the Isles of Scilly — a real place with a distinct community and environment. How does the real setting add to the novel's themes?

Write the Birdman's Diary

Ask pupils to write a diary entry from the Birdman's perspective on the day Gracie first speaks to him. What does he feel? What does he hope?

Assessment Questions

  1. Where is the novel set?
  2. What is the Birdman's real name?
  3. What happens when the narwhal becomes stranded on Bryher?
  4. What destroyed the people of Samson?

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