'A Christmas Carol' Debating Workshop (KS2)
Location
Newcastle Preparatory School (Clayton Sports Hall) Lambton Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4DH Get directions
About
A team-based workshop using Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol to develop debating and critical thinking skills, ending with a short friendly debate.
Suitable for Upper Key Stage 2 pupils, the workshop covers:
- Understanding how debates are structured
- Building arguments using evidence from a text
- Speaking clearly and confidently
- Listening to and responding to others' ideas
- Working effectively as part of a team
Pupils will explore themes and characters from A Christmas Carol, consider different viewpoints, and apply their ideas in a supportive and engaging debate.

