Direct speech: giraffe
Learning Objective
We are learning how to incorporate the actions of the speaker when writing sentences that include direct speech.
Context: giraffe
Where in the world is the Kalahari? Click the 🌍
Clip Description
Well known for their long necks, giraffes are the world’s tallest living land animal. They roam the dry savannah plains of Africa, browsing treetop leaves and buds. In this fascinating clip, cameraman Martyn Colbeck reveals his excitement at being able to film a giraffe fight in the Kalahari. In this spectacular clash of the titans, the two herbivores attempt to knock each other off balance, each using their powerful neck like a club.
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Having watched the video clip, use the Hands Down Class Discussion’ prompt below to discuss the question: Can giraffes solve their problems without fighting?
– Hands Down Class Discussion (Click the 🗣️)
Word Challenge
Can you make a list of words or phrases that describe how Martyn might have felt as he filmed the giraffe fight from close quarters?
e.g. a sense of awe and wonder, amazed, tense,…
