Tales of Bhola Grandpa by Manoj Das/Lesson Plan

 


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:

  1. Understand the main themes and moral lessons in the story.
  2. Analyze the character of Bhola Grandpa.
  3. Identify elements of humor and irony in the story.
  4. 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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