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Learning objectives • Understand anthropomorphism and its importance in literature and theatre • Understand an author’s craft (character, setting, mood) and describe in terms of anthropomorphism how animals are often represented by particular human qualities A lesson for KS3 and KS4 students, taking inspiration from Disney’s The Lion King, to introduce the concept of anthropomorphism and explore how writers develop animal characters and bring them to life. Students discuss how species of animals are usually given specific human qualities, and complete an activity sheet to aid discussion on the human qualities associated with different animals. The lesson can be a great starting point for exploring and discussing characterisation, narrative devices and figurative language in literature, as well as understanding the importance of anthropomorphism in the theatre.

The ‘Getting Ready to Roar’ documentary is a unique and inspiring insight into what it takes to bring Disney’s The Lion King to an audience of over two thousand people eight times a week! The specially commissioned 30 minute film gives students the chance to meet the talented, dedicated and inspirational team behind the scenes at London’s Lyceum Theatre. The accompanying lesson activities then help students develop an understanding of the employability skills that The Lion King team uses, and how these relate to their own experience and skill sets. Learning objectives For students to learn about the range of opportunities available to them for career progression, including in education, training and employment To further develop study and employability skills (including time management, self-organisation and presentation, project planning, team-working) It comprises: KS4 discussion questions for students Student task sheet An employability skills checklist Practical job application activity Handy glossary of theatrical terms You can view the documentary, which is 28 minutes here: Backstage Careers Documentary

The ‘Getting Ready to Roar’ documentary is a unique and inspiring insight into what it takes to bring Disney’s The Lion King to an audience of over two thousand people eight times a week! The specially commissioned 30 minute film gives students the chance to meet the talented, dedicated and inspirational team behind the scenes at London’s Lyceum Theatre. This accompanying classroom resource aims to help your students develop an understanding of the employability skills the team uses, and how these relate to their own experience and skill sets. Learning objectives: Students will learn about careers in theatre, including the production company which is formed of highly skilled professionals who have a great deal of creative, technical and management expertise. Learn about different employability skills and how different jobs require particular combinations of these skills but some skills appear in nearly all jobs. It comprises: Teacher’s introduction KS3 Pupils’ Discussion Questions Student Task Sheet Employability Skills Checklist Final Challenge Curriculum linking guidance A glossary of theatrical terms You can view the documentary, which is 28 minutes here: Backstage Careers Documentary