Lesson Plan: Tales of Bhola Grandpa by Manoj Das
Grade Level: Middle School / High School
Lesson Duration: 45-60 minutes
Learning Objectives
By the end of
the lesson, students will be able to:
- Understand the main themes and
moral lessons in the story.
- Analyze the character of Bhola
Grandpa.
- Identify elements of humor and
irony in the story.
- Express their understanding
through discussion and creative activities.
Lesson Structure
1. Introduction (10 minutes)
- Ask students: "Have you ever met an elder
who tells fascinating or exaggerated stories?"
- Introduce Manoj Das and his
writing style (humor, nostalgia, and folklore).
- Briefly summarize the story without
revealing key twists.
- Provide context: The story
reflects rural Indian life, oral storytelling tradition, and human
nature.
2. Reading and Discussion (20 minutes)
- Read aloud key excerpts or assign sections
for silent reading.
- Discussion Questions:
- Who is Bhola Grandpa? How would
you describe him?
- What are the key events in the
story?
- How does the narrator perceive
Bhola Grandpa?
- What role does humor and
exaggeration play in the story?
- What message does the story
convey about old age and storytelling?
3. Activity Options (15-20 minutes)
A. Role-Play
- Divide students into groups and
assign roles: Bhola Grandpa, narrator, villagers, etc.
- Ask them to act out a scene
with their own humorous exaggerations.
B. Creative
Writing ️
- "Imagine you are Bhola
Grandpa. Narrate a new adventure in his storytelling style."
C. Venn Diagram Comparison
- Compare Bhola Grandpa with a
grandparent or elder they know using a Venn diagram.
4. Conclusion & Homework (5 minutes)
- Summarize key takeaways: Themes of nostalgia,
storytelling, and human nature.
- Exit Question: "Do you think Bhola Grandpa
truly believed his stories?"
- Homework: Write a short paragraph on why
storytelling is important in different cultures.
This lesson plan ensures a fun, engaging, and thoughtful exploration of Tales of Bhola Grandpa! Let me know if you want any modifications.
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