Explore whether The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a true allegory or a rich imaginative supposal by C.S. Lewis, and learn how this distinction can deepen students’ understanding of Aslan and the novel’s themes of redemption, sacrifice, and moral growth.
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Allegory: Understanding C.S. Lewis’s Intent Read Post »
In The Magician’s Nephew, C. S. Lewis wrote the origins of Narnia—yet he wrote them last, five years after The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. This article looks at what that “written later, set first” paradox means for the classroom, and at how the choice between publication and chronological order shapes the way students come to know the series.
Narnia Reading Order for the Classroom: Publication Order vs Chronological Order Read Post »
Why do some literary characters stay with students long after the last page is turned? This article explores vulnerability, inner conflict, and personal growth as key elements that help middle school readers connect deeply with stories across classic and modern literature.
What Makes a Character Relatable to Middle School Students? Read Post »
The White Witch is not simply cruel—she is a tyrant with a theory, one she states aloud to a boy who has just asked how she could destroy a world. This article reads Jadis as a case study in how power exempts itself from the rules, tracing the three ways she escapes judgment across Lewis’s two novels: by argument, by force, and by law.
The White Witch and the Concept of Tyranny: Teaching Power and Justice Through Fantasy Read Post »
What happens when students read C.S. Lewis through the lens of Scripture? This intertextual approach unlocks symbolism, authorial intent, and rich classroom discussion.
Seeing with New Eyes: How Intertextual Comparison Enhances Middle School Student Reading Read Post »
Why does The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe continue to captivate both students and educators? Its magical adventure, timeless themes of courage and sacrifice, and rich cross-curricular connections create a powerful story that inspires meaningful reflection and lasting engagement in the classroom. Let’s explore why.
Why Teach The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in Your Middle School Classroom? Read Post »
