Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 1: Lucy Looks into a Wardrobe

air raids attack by aircraft, especially against a non- military target such as a cityrow argument; quarrel; disagreement between two peoplecreepy causing fear, disgust or uneasinesswireless a radio or a radio set without wiresarmor protective metal or leather clothing worn in battle by soldiers wardrobe a large free-standing cupboard or closet where clothes are storedlooking-glass mirror; any device whose surface reflects light and gives back a clear

image of what is in front of itmothballs small balls containing chemicals such as camphor to keep away mothscrunching making or causing something to make a noisy, scrunching soundqueer strange or unusual; departing from the usualinquisitive eager for knowledge; curious about everythingglimpse a quick or incomplete look or sighting of somebody or somethingpitter patter a light, rapid and continuous tapping sound, such as raindrops muffler a scarf worn around the neck for warmthfaun a mythological creature depicted with the body of a man and the legs and

horns of a goatparcels packages; things wrapped up together in paper or other packaging

I. True or False? Read the following statements. If the statement is true, write ‘true’ in the blank; if false, correct the statement so it is true.

1) The Pevensie children were sent from London because their parents were killed in an air raid. ___________________

2) At first, Lucy felt overwhelmed by the Professor’s house and a little frightened. ___________________

3) The children decided to explore the house because the housekeeper was

extremely rude to them. ___________________

4) When Lucy discovered herself in Narnia, she was frightened and decided to return for her brothers and sister. ___________________

5) Mr. Tumnus was a kindly faun who befriended Lucy. ___________________

II. Discuss – Chapter I.Which Pevensie child do you think would best fit the following description? Write the name in the space.

1) The peace maker: ___________________

2) The trouble maker: ___________________

3) The sensitive one: ___________________

4) The curious one: ___________________

Discuss with the group what you would do if you were to find yourself suddenly transported to another place.

III. Assignment - Create a picture of Mr. Tumnus based on the description of him beginning on page 7-8. Use crayons, watercolors, or

any other method of creating his likeness, including writing a song or poem about his looks.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 2: What Lucy Found There

Daughter of Eve refers to a human girl child

Son of Adam refers to a human boy childSardines small, salty fish many find deliciousEnglish tea English custom of afternoon refreshments; served with small

sandwiches and cakesNymphs mythical creatures that live in trees, harming no one Silenus woodland deity; companion of Dionysius with a horse’s ears

and tailDryads mythical creatures that live in wells, harming no oneBacchus Greek God of WineJollification joyful celebrationMerely barely; just as describedLulling to give someone a false sense of security so that an unpleasant

situation takes the person by surpriseSpare Oom location of the room where the wardrobe is locatedNarnia imaginary country found by passing through a magical

wardrobeCair Paravel Capital of Narnia where the empty thrones await four ‘human’

children to claim them.War Drobe doorway into Narnia through the wardrobe

I. Vocabulary Enrichment Activities – Chapter 2Read the following descriptions, Write the correct word in the space provided from the list of words for Chapter 2.

1) Four thrones sit there vacant ___________________

2) A synonym for celebration ___________________

3) Mythical creatures that live in trees ___________________

4) A special event that often takes place around 4:00 p.m. in England ____________

5) Room where the magical wardrobe is located __________________

II. Discussion

Mr. Tumnus sets out to betray Lucy to the White Witch because he’s afraid. Have you ever agreed to do something even when you knew it was wrong just because you were afraid?

Write down what it was you agreed to do and how you felt after you’d done it.

Now, think of a time in your own life when you showed the courage to do the right thing. Explain how you felt after you’d done it.

III. Assignment -

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 3: Edmund and the Wardrobe

Sulk to pout; to have a bad attitude

Guilded to cover with metal, usually gold or silver

Sledge sled; vehicle used to travel over snow

Stern strict; rigid; unyielding

champing at their bits impatient to get moving

Harness gear strapped on an animal to control it

Shetland small but very strong ponies from Scotland

Dwarves mythical beings; usually portrayed as very short with long beards who worked in mines digging for precious metals

I. True or False – Read the statement, then decide if it is true or false. If it is true, write ‘true’ in the blank space; if false, rewrite the statement to make it true.

1) When Lucy returned from Narnia, very

little time had passed at the Professor’s.

_____________

2) When Lucy returns to the wardrobe to

show the others the way to Narnia, it’s

not magical at all, so no one believes

Lucy’s story. _______________

3) Lucy refused to change her story because she knew she was right. _____________

4) Edmund follows Lucy into the wardrobe

when they play hide and seek and

suddenly finds himself in Narnia.

______________

5) The White Witch calls herself the Queen of Narnia. _______________________

6) The White Witch was pleased to see Edmund and spoke to him kindly. _________

II. Discuss

1) Although we don’t know where Lucy went when she entered Narnia the second time, we can predict, based on what we know about her character that she…. (Explain)

2) When Edmund says, “Just like a girl…sulking somewhere, and won’t accept an apology,” this statement shows that Edmund…. (Explain)

III. Assignment - As you read chapter 4, answer the comprehension questions as you read.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 4 – Turkish Delight

Turkish Delight type of very sweet candypatience able to wait without becoming annoyed or upset

dominions lands owned by a rulermantle something used to cover something elsehiss sound like that made by a snakefoamy whipped or creamysilk type of very fine fabricenchanted controlled by magiccourtiers servants; people who wait on others in a royal courtfetch to go after and bring backshovel down expression referring to eating food very quicklysnappish respond abruptly; rude or sharp reply

I. Comprehension Questions1) Why do you think the Queen changes her mind and is suddenly nice to Edmund?

2) What did Edmund tell the White Witch about Lucy?

3) What does the White Witch ask Edmund to do?

4) What does the White Queen tell Edmund to say to his brother and sisters about his meeting with her? Why?

10) How does Lucy describe the White Witch to Edmund?

11) What is revealed about Lucy’s character when she says, “the others will have to believe in Narnia now that both of us have been there.”?

II. Discuss

1) From the way the White Queen treats Edmund, we can see that she…. (Explain)

2) “A door. A door from the world of men! … This may wreck all. But he is only one, and he is easily dealt with.” What does the Queen mean by this statement?

III. Assignment - Create:

Draw a picture of the dwarf as he is described on page 27or

Write a song, a poem, or create your own work of art showing how the White Witch must have looked to Edmund when he first saw her.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 5 – Back on This Side of the Door

spiteful cruel, mean, desire to see someone sufferfrightful extremely bad or unpleasantnag constantly annoy, irritate, or “bug”beastly unpleasant; acting like a beastjeer to openly make fun of someonefumble to grope clumsily; to fail in attempting somethinginterrupt disturb someone in the middle of something; cut off

someone who’s speakingsightseers tourists; day tripperssuit of armor combat outfit worn by knights in the Middle Agessnigger disrespectful laughter behind someone’s backrow quarrel; argumentconsideration showing thoughtfulness or nice treatmentassume take for granted; expect

I. Narnian Expressions:

“Sharp’s the word.” Re-read the passage on p. 49. Explain in your own words what you think this expression means based on the context of the story.

II. Discuss:

Discuss whether or not you think Edmund will betray his brother and sisters and turn them over to the White Witch. Give specific reasons for your thinking.

Based on the Professor’s response to Susan and Peter, do you think he believes Lucy’s story? Why or why not?

Peter says to the Professor, “Well, sir, if things are real, they’re there all the time.” Explain why you agree or disagree with Peter.

III. Assignment – As you read Chapter 6 answer the true/false questions.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 6 – Into the Forest

camphor small balls of insect repellent to protect clothes against moths

wrench yank; twist off

char burn; destroy by fire

suitable appropriate: acceptable

prig people who are overly confident in their opinions or manner

crockery ceramic; items made of clay

self-satisfied sure of oneself; confident

shreds torn off strips

fraternize hang out with

poisonous deadly or harmful substance

resume continue on again

moth small butterfly-like insect that eat clothes

treason betray; to deceive; deliver information or people to an enemy

True or False: Read each statement and write the word “true” in the blank if it is a true statement and “false” if it is not. Correct each false statement.

1) When the children find themselves in Narnia, Susan is the first to apologize to Lucy. ______________

2) Susan wants to return to the Professor’s house because she is afraid. ___________

3) Edmund reveals he has already been in Narnia when he tells them how to get to the lamp-post. ______________

4) Edmund apologizes to the others, especially to Lucy. ______________

5) When Lucy leads them to Mr. Tumnus’ cave, they find it deserted but in good shape. ______________

6) Edmund wants to go back to the Professor’s house because he realizes the White Queen is evil. ______________

10) Edmund tries to convince Peter that they might be heading into a trap. __________

11) Peter agrees with Edmund that fauns can’t be trusted. ______________

I. Narnian Expressions: For each of the expressions below, reread the passage in which it appears. Then write what you think the expression means.

“By Jove!” _________________________________________________________________

“Bagged a coat” _____________________________________________________________

“Pretty good washout” ________________________________________________________

“Get ups” __________________________________________________________________

II. Discuss

1) Explain the logic behind Susan’s argument that using the coats in the wardrobe would not be stealing.

2) What would you have done if you had found out a friend had been arrested and taken to jail for helping you? Explain your reasoning.

3) Why do Lucy, and then Susan and Peter, feel a duty to go to Mr. Tumnus’ rescue when there is personal danger involved. Explain why or why not you agree with their decision.

III. Assignment -

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 7 – A Day with the Beavers

robin small song bird; often seen as an indication that spring is coming

dodging to escape the notice of; avoidingtoken object used as a symbol representing something elsefestoons decorations such as ribbons, flowers or leaves, hanging between two

pointsburring a sound like whirring or humminghoarse rough or harse-sounding voicehandkerchief like Kleenex but made of clothbeckoned invited by means of hand signs to follow someone

trifle something of little importance or valuedam barrier of concrete or earth built across a river or stream to control

the flow of watertrowels hand tools used for digging

kettle metal pot used for cooking or heating water for tea

strain of music brief musical tuneoilskins coats treated with oil so as to keep out water

range stove; something to cook onmarmalade jam made with pieces of fresh fruit

I. Comprehension – Critical Thinking

1) (Symbolism: a symbol is something that stands for something else) When it is always winter in Narnia, what do you think it means when the children see a robin? What do you think the robin symbolizes?

II. Write, Discuss, Create – Chapter 7

Write: (Compare and Contrast)

Work with a partner. Each partnergroup divide a piece of paper in half. On one side write “Mr. Tumnus’ Cave”; on the other side “Mr. and Mrs. Beavers’ House.”

Re-read the description of Mr. Tumnus’ Cave in Chapter 2, listing the types of things Lucy saw there. On the other side, list the things that are described in Mr. and Mrs. Beavers’ house.

Discuss with the whole group when finished.

III – Assignment – As you read Chapter 8 Answer the multiple-choice questions.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 8: “What Happened after Dinner”

statue 3-D image of a person or creature sculpted in stone or carved from woodon my account

on my behalf

stratagem plan; a clever trick or scheme to outwit an enemyclaim to demand something; to say that something is true but not offer proofJinn The Jinn: created from a smokeless flame of fire; demon spirits that are

hostile to humanshatchet tool used to cut wood; small hand axeprophecy A prediction of future eventsreign period of time during which someone rules a nationplunging falling off of or into suddenlymuffle to mute or soften or deaden a sounddecoy to lure someone into a trapcautious careful

As you read Chapter 8:1) What is it that Lucy most wants to discover from the bevers?

a) what will happen to themb) what happened to Mr. Tumnusa) where Cair Paravel is locatedb) if Aslan is a man

2) What must they wait for if they hope to save Edmund?

a) a sign from himb) the beginning of springc) a visit with Asland) the snow to stop falling

3) Where are the children to meet Aslan?b) the Stone Tablec) Cair Paraveld) the middle of the foreste) the front of the White Witch’s

palace.

4) What is Peter’s first reaction when he realizes Edmund has betrayed them?

a) hope he learns a lesson b) start a search for him c) want to send him back to the Professor’s

d) yell at him

5) How is it that Mr. Beaver is so certain Edmund has betrayed them to the White Witch?

a) Edmund let it slip that he’d tasted Turkish Delight b) Edmund kept asking questions about the location of the Witch’s palace c) Lucy told him she was suspicious of him d) He could tell by the look in Edmund’s eyes

I. Comprehension – Critical ThinkingWhat do you think a prophecy is?

II. Discuss1) Why are the children important in order to fulfill the prophecy?2) How is it possible for Aslan to not be safe but to be good?3) Why do you think that Peter and his sisters want to look for Edmund even though he betrayed

them?

III – Assignment – With a partner create a poster that lists at least 3 decisions Edmund makes and the consequences of each of those decisions.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 9 – In the Witch’s House

spoils ruins; destroysarrangement an agreement; preparations so something can happen in the future.reckon to figure out; calculate; determine eerie creepy; scary; strangedunce cap sharp pointed hat that represents being stupid

threshold doorway or entranceschemes secret design or plan of actiongloat feel good about something often at the expense of othersturret towers that form a part of the exterior walls of a castleventure to go forth; to set out on a risky or dangerous triptread to walk; step onsatyr mythical creature with the head and body of a man and the ears,

horns, and legs of a goat; same as faun.

centaur mythical creature, half man and half horse

I. Narnian Expression:

“barking his shins” – When Edmund is making his way to the palace of the White Witch he barks his shins, making him cry out in pain. What do you think this expression means?

II. Discuss1) Have you ever wanted something so much that you were tempted to do anything to get it? What is

it that Edmund wants so much that he will betray his family to get it?2) Even though Peter is obviously upset by Edmund’s betrayal, he still feels it is his responsibility to

find him. What does this action reveal about Peter’s character? Do you agree with Peter? Why or why not?

3) What do you think about Edmund’s character when he begins to gloat and jeer at the statues in the courtyard?

II. Assignment

Write: Have each student divide a paper into 3 columns. Above the first column have them write: Temptation; above the second column write: Why; above the third column, write: Consequences.

Make a list of the things they have been tempted to do under the first column and why you were/are tempted under the second column. Do not fill out the Consequences column.

Chapter 9 Day 2: I. Making Connections

Exchange the list with a partner. The student who receives the list should write what he/she thinks the consequence might be if the other student gave into temptation.

II. Discuss: Make 3 columns on the board and label them: Temptation, Why, and Consequences. Ask each student to share one temptation from their partner’s paper, the reason why the student was tempted and the consequences he/she felt the student might suffer if he/she gave into that temptation.

When everyone has shared an example, ask a student to volunteer to share a personal experience when he/she gave into temptation and what consequences resulted.

III. Assignment – As you read Chapter 10 answer the multiple-choice questions.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 10 – The Spell Begins to Break

fussing worrying over details or small, unimportant thingsabide patiently endure; in the negative – to find something unbearable or

unacceptablefiddling messing around with; playing with something in a careless wayplaguey annoying; troublesomefrowsty stale; musty-smellingsplutter to make a spitting or choking sound; say something that can’t be

understoodbrambles prickly shrub or bushsluice gate gate across a stream that controls the flow of watersolemn lacking joy or humor; seriousshield piece of armor carried on the arm for protection against flying weaponshilt handle of a sword, knife or daggersheath case for the blade of a knife or swordquiver long narrow case for holding arrows.cordial a special drink with healing qualities in it

Multiple Choice - As you read: 1) Why was Susan upset with Mrs. Beaver?

a) She felt she was taking too much time to get ready to leave.b) She felt Mrs. Beaver was being rude.c) She was upset that Mrs. Beaver seemed to dislike Edmund.d) She was tired and didn’t want to leave.

2) Why does Susan believe there is no ‘hope’ of escape?

a) Aslan doesn’t understand that Edmund has betrayed them.b) Susan hears the sound of bells.c) Mrs. Beaver is taking a long time to get ready.d) Mrs. Beaver says they won’t be able to get to the Stone Table before her.

3) Where did Mr. Beaver lead the children?a) Directly towards the Stone Tableb) to Cair Paravelc) to a safe cave hidden in the forest d) to a friend’s cave

4) What did Mrs. Beaver provide for the children after they found safety?

a) pillowsb) a drink to help them sleepc) warm blanketsd) a nice snack of sugar cakes

5) What sound woke the children, convinced them that the White Witch had found them?

a) the sound of a hornb) the sound of horses pulling a sledgec) the sound of bellsd) the sound of music

6) How will Susan’s ivory horn help her?a) It will help her heal the wounded.b) It will help her defend herself.c) It will sound an alarm if she is in danger.d) It will change into a bow and arrow when she is in danger.

II. Discuss1) What do you think would have happened if the children had not had the help of the beavers getting

out of Narnia?III. Assignment – Complete the Critical Analysis as you read Chapter 11.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 11 – Aslan is Nearer

repulsive to repel; make someone feel dislike or disgust

swish sound made by a sled moving across a snowy surface

vermin small, common animals or insects that are pests to human or other animals

plum pudding type of pudding made from plums, commonly served at Christmas in England

gaiety happiness; eagerness; excitement

gluttony eating and drinking to excess, or too much

self indulgence pleasing oneself, usually to excess

relief standing out; contrast of color

Councillor (oldBrit. spelling)

advisor; someone who gives advice often to people in power

shafts beams of light

glade an open area of wood or forest without trees or bushes

alighting to land; to settle after a flight

Narnian Expressions

Whipped Up – To get worked up and excited, as in “The dwarf whipped up the reindeer.”

Shake it off – An expression that means to get rid of something, as in “Shake off the snow”; can also refer to shaking off a feeling like depression or frustration.

Robes of snow – Metaphor comparing the covering of snow on the trees to the way in which a robe covers a person.

I. Critical Analysis

1) The coming of spring marks a turning point in the story. The author uses the expression, the trees “shook off their robes of snow,” to show the coming of spring. List words or expressions the author uses in this chapter to signal the end of winter.

II. Discuss1) What do you think courage means? What does the dictionary say?2) What examples can you come up with from your own life?3) What examples of courage can you find in the book?4) Do you think Edmund demonstrated courage when he tried to stop the white witch from turning the

animals to stone? Why or why not? 5) How has Edmund’s character changed? What do you think this means for the end?

III. Assignment - Create: As you read Chapter 12 create a drawing, write a poem, make up a song or create some other type of artistic representation of how Narnia looks now that it is spring.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 12 – Peter’s First Battle

thickets a dense or tangled growth of trees or bushesblister painful swelling just under the skin moss spreading green, non-flowering plant that grows in moist shady placespavilion large tent or other temporary building used for shelter or entertainment grim A forbidding or stern appearancetent pegs small pieces of metal, plastic or wood used to secure a tentivory dentine; a hard cream-colored substance that forms the tusks of animals

such as elephantsawkward shy; uncomfortable; embarrassedfidgets uneasy, restless, nervous movementsrampant standing on one hind foot with one foreleg raised above the other and the

head in profilebared exposed; uncovered

I. Comprehension – Based on what has happened in the story so far, complete each sentence below with the correct ending from the box. WRITE the second part of the sentence in the space provided.

he felt he might be sick. he was just able to plunge his knife into its heart.

something had gone badly wrong with the Witch’s schemes.

they couldn’t look at him.

Aslan knights him. he felt it looked like a great star resting on the seashore.

to save Edmund. that he looked sad as well.

1) Aslan sent the centaurs and other creatures…________________________________ .

2) Because of the thaw, the children realized…________________________________ .

3) When the children first glimpsed Aslan they found… __________________________

________________________________________________ .

4) The children could tell that, though Aslan looked at peace, … ___________________

________________________________ .

5) After Peter kills the wolf... ______________________________________________ .

6) When Peter first glimpsed Cair Paravel…___________________________________

____________________________________________________________________ .

7) When Peter saw Susan being attacked by a wolf... ____________________________

____________________________________________________________________ .

8) Peter was unable to think at all; in fact…____________________________________

____________________________________________________________________ .

II. Write/Discuss – Chapter 12

Write: A paragraph in which you compare and contrast how Narnia was when the children first arrived with the Narnia described at the end of the chapter.

III. Assignment – As you read chapter 13

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 13 – Deep Magic from the Dawn of Time Shudder to shiver or tremble without tryingCrouch squat down on the balls of the feet with knees bent and body

hunched overDew moisture from the air that condenses as tiny drops on surfaces safe conduct protection given someone passing through an area occupied by an

enemy forceAdvantage a superior or favorable position in relation to somebody or

something.Dispute question or doubt the validity of something; to disagreeTraitor someone who behaves in a disloyal or double-crossing wayoffense misdeed; break an accepted moral or social standardengraved carved or etched on a hard surface with a design or letteringsceptre ceremonial staff or rod used as a power of authorityprey prize taken by an enemy in war that rightfully is theirsforfeit loss of something because of not fulfilling a legal debt or

obligationperish be destroyed or ruinedrenounced given up a claim, title, position or rightclaim demand something officially that someone else has a right to or

owns murmur muttered complaint; grumbling

Narnian Expressions

Emperor’s Magic – The “Emperor” refers to the ‘creator’ of the land of Narnia

Deep Magic – The magic put into Narnia at its creation which guarantees that every traitor belongs to the powers of evil (under the control of the White Witch). The price of treachery is death at the hands of the White Witch.As You Read – Comprehension

1) What did the White Witch mean when she said that if only three of the thrones were filled, it wouldn’t complete the prophecy?

2) What happened just when Edmund was convinced that he would die at the hands of the White Witch?

3) What happened to the Witch’s magic wand in all the confusion?

4) What was the price for being a traitor in Narnia?

5) What was the result of the Witch’s conversation with Aslan?

6) Why do you think Aslan roared when the White Witch asked him how she could be sure that he would keep his promise?

I. Critical Analysis1) When Aslan announced that the White Witch has “renounced all claim on ‘Edmund’s blood,” what

do you think is the price that will have to be paid?

II. Discuss – What do you think Aslan promised the White Witch. Write your ideas below, we will then vote on the one you think is what most likely happened.

III. Assignment – After you read Chapter 14, explain what you think is going to happen based on the way Aslan is described in this chapter. Keep in mind that he is returning to the Stone Table, his head is held very low, and he describes himself as feeling very “sad and lonely.” p. 147.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 14 – The Triumph of the Witch

campaign organized series of actions designed to accomplish a specific goalsiege prolonged military effort to surround a place and cut off from all outside

access in order to force a surrenderassault to attack, as in warroused to stir up someone from sleep or rest groped search for something blindly or uncertainlybitterly expressive of severe pain, grief or regretbind tie something securely by winding a cord around it to hold it in placegibber to speak quickly without making senseshaved cutting hair with a razor or scissorsshears scissors; device used to cut hair or fleecemuzzle device strapped over the nose and jaws of an animal to prevent it from

opening its mouthrabble noisy, unruly crowd of people; mobwhet to sharpen the cutting edge of a blade, usually by rubbing it on a stonepact agreement made between two or more individuals or groups appeased to bring about a state of peace, especially by giving in to demands

I. Critical Analysis

1) At the end of this chapter, the witch is certain she has triumphed over Aslan. What makes her so sure she has won?

II. Discuss –

1. Go around in a circle and retell/summarize the events leading up to Aslan’s death.

2. How would you describe Aslan at the moment of his death?

3. Is Aslan a hero?

III. Assignment - Create: “Heroes” – Create a poster, write a poem, a song, or other artistic work dedicated to a person you believe sacrificed his/her life for others. The person could be a political figure, a religious leader, or a member of your community or family. Identify the person by name, and include a brief explanation of the sacrifice this person made and why you believe this person was a hero.NO READING ASSIGNMENT

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 15 – Deeper Magic From Before the Dawn of Time

vile awful; disgusting; worthless

shame A painful emotion caused by awareness of guilt, unworthiness, or embarrassment

stroke moving the hand lightly over a surface in a loving way

fondle to handle very tenderly, in a loving or affectionate wayspitefulness mean or cruel; unreasonable desire to see someone sufferpeer to look very carefully or hard

incantation the ritual chanting of magic wordslashing the quick back and forth movement of a cat’s tailromp to frolic or play in a joyous and high-spirited way

briar A shrub with woody, thorny or prickly stemsbattlements protective walls built with open spaces used as places of defensenot slacking without stopping; moving quickly and with purpose

I. Comprehension – Short Answer – Complete in-group as you read.1) Why weren’t Susan and Lucy able to

untie Aslan?

2) What were the creatures crawling all over Aslan’s body?

3) What were they doing?

4) What happened when the sun began to rise?

5) How did Aslan explain what happened?

6) What did Aslan and the children do when they realized he had truly returned to them?

III – Assignment – Write: Have you ever felt so sad that you had no tears left and, if so, do ypu agree with the author that eventually there comes a “time of quietness…as if nothing is ever going to happen again.” p. 155 Discuss the types of events that could cause this feeling (e.g., death, separation, divorce, etc.)

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 16 – What Happened about the Statues

bound move quickly and energeticallywhisked quick sweeping or whipping motionprodigious great in amount, size or extent; enormousindigo dark grayish-blue colorplumage the feathers covering a bird’s bodybraying sound a donkey makes: harsh high-pitched, grating voicecreeping developing or advancing by slow but sure degreesconcealed to keep something hidden; prevent it from being knowndungeon underground prison cell; usually beneath a castleransacking searching and examining very thoroughly and carefullyliberated to release someone or a group; to set freesurged to move like a wave with a sudden rush in a particular directiondeformed unshapely form; spoiled; disfigured; hideous lookingdin loud, harsh, continuing noise

I – Discuss your written assignment about a time of quietness and the types of events that could cause this feeling.

II. Write, Discuss, Create – Chapter 16

Write: Pretend that you are Lucy. Write about how you feel about finding Mr. Tumnus and having him restored to life.

Discuss: As a class, describe what Giant Rumblebuffin is like. Discuss how he is alike or different from what you typically expect a giant to be (i.e., stereotypes).

Create: a picture, write a poem or a song, or create another type of artistic work about the last battle.

III. Assignment – As you read Chapter 17, answer the comprehension questions.

Narnia Vocabulary Chapter 17 – The Hunting of the White Stag

seaweed plants such as kelp that grow in the seaseagulls large web-footed white and gray sea birds with yellow beaksrevelry a lively celebration involving eating, drinking, dancing and

merrymakingpiercing an intense quality of soundremnants a small part of something left over after the rest is gone;

survivorsquarry a hunted animal or bird marvel something that inspires awe, amazement or admirationforeboding a feeling that something bad is going to happensignification the meaning of something such as a thing, word or eventstag adult male deer

As You Read Comprehension – Short Answer Read each question and write an appropriate answer.

1) How did Edmund help win the final battle?

2) How does Lucy restore Edmund and save his life?

3) Why do you think Lucy wants Edmund to know what Aslan did for him?

4) What did Mr. Beaver warn the children about Aslan

5) When the children find themselves back at the Professor’s house, what is so strange there?

6) What advice does the Professor give the children if they want to return to Narnia?

I. Comprehension

How do the royal names the children were given reveal their characters?a) King Peter the Magnificent?

b) Queen Susan the Gentle?

c) King Edmund the Just?

d) Queen Lucy the Valiant?

II. Discuss - Critical Analysis – This thing we call ‘time’

Early in the story, Peter and Susan seek out the Professor to talk about Lucy’s fascination with Narnia, Peter tells the Professor that it is only logical that, if something is “real,” it must be real all the time. p. 45-46

What does this statement mean? Is time real…? If you believe it is real, then shouldn’t five minutes seem to pass at the exact same speed no matter what you’re doing?

Think of times in your life when it seemed that “time stood still.” Jot them down. Now think of times in your life when it seemed that “time sped by.” Jot them down.

Compare your list with others in the group. What do you think? Is time real or is it something that seems to pass at different speeds for different people depending on where they are and what they’re doing?

Discuss: When Lucy is tending to Edmund on the battlefield, Aslan reminds her that others are gravely wounded as well and in need of her help. Discuss how “doing good” for one person may sometimes conflict with doing a greater good for many.

Narnia Nature Vocabulary –Trees

Yew evergreen tree or shrub that has dark green needles and red conesBeech tall tree with smooth gray bark, glossy leaves, and nuts in spiny casesLarch tree of the pine family with clusters of leaves resembling needles and egg-shaped cones

Oaks tree or shrub that has acorns as fruit and leaves with rounded or pointed projections

Elms large tree with notched leaves and winged fruits

Fir evergreen tree with single flat needle-shaped leaves and cones

evergreen any tree that stays green through out the seasonsBirds -

kingfisher brightly colored bird with short tail and a long stout bill

thrush songbird with a slender bill and a melodious song.]

robin symbol of spring; type of thrush with a rust colored breast and dark gray or brown upper parts

Plants-bluebells woodland plant of the lily family that has long thin leaves and small blue, bell-shaped

flowerscrocus small plant with white, purple or yellow flowers blooming in early spring

celandines tall plant of the buttercup family that has yellow flowers in summer

currant a small shrub that bears small red, raisin-like fruithawthorne thorny tree or shrub of the rose family with clusters of white or pink flowers and small

reddish fruitsMythological Creatures in Narnia

werewolf a person believed able to change into a wolf and back again into a human beingghoul evil and terrifying spiritboggle goblin; ghostly, awfulogre evil giant or monster who eats peopleminotaur monster with a body of a man and head of a bull that was fed human sacrificeshag offensive term used to describe bad old women spectre a ghostly presence centaur wild creature with the head, arms and torso of a man joined to the body of a horse at

the neckunicorn mythical animal usually depicted as a white horse with a single straight spiraled horn

growing from it’s foreheadefreet mythical jinn spirits that embody fire; they resent humans and consider themselves

superior to themdryad nature spirit that lives in treesnymph nature spirit that lives by springs and rivers or cool cavesfaun mythical creature with the feet, legs and horns of a goat but the face and arms of a

mansatyr like a faun but considered less gentle and kind and more interested in satisfying itself

with pleasurable activities, like eating and drinkingincubus a male demonwraith ghost of a dead personettin 3-headed giant in English fairy talessprite small spirit being like an elf or a fairy