POLONIUS THE PIT PONY
While you listen…
Think about how the pony feels.
Also think about how the miner feels.
If you were granted a wish to change something in this story what would you change about the life of the pony or the miner?
After hearing the story
Polonius the pit pony found freedom. What do you think the pony would enjoy most? Why?
The Travellers looked after Polonius and played with him. He looked happy. Why do you think it was still important for him to be a hero?
Polonius was not frightened in the fog. Why?
Determination and courage are important throughout the story. When have you been determined to finish something? Did you manage? How did you feel?
When have you had to show courage? How did you really feel?
Evaluating the story
Characters
Who or what was your favourite character? What did you like about them?
Who or what was your least favourite character? What did you dislike about them?
Illustrations
What did you think about the illustrations?
What could have made them better?
Think about colours, or details or expressions.
Are they too simple or too complicated?
Story length
Did you read or listen to the story in one go?
Did you think it could have be longer or shorter?
Overall evaluation
What did you learn from reading the story?
Has the story made you want to find out something new? What?
Overall marks out of 10?