Colin Thompson Author Study Group Share

In discussion groups, you will share your reflections on the Colin Thompson book you read.

1. Show the book you read and summarise what the story is about.
2. Describe the setting of the book. Use words or illustrations from the book to help you do this
3. Explain who the main character is and how he / she is like or unlike people you know.
4. Discuss the techniques and materials that Colin Thompson has used to create his illustrations and why you think they are effective. Remember to consider things like colour, size, perspective, realism….
5. Share two describing phrases from your book that you liked. Explain why you like them.
6. Explain what you liked or didn’t like about this book.