Activities- Holes

'''HOLES '''

Holes tells the story of 13-year-old Stanley Yelnats who is sent to a camp as punishment for stealing shoes. At the camp, he is made to dig holes in the dried-up lake bed. Eventually, he discovers that the warden is on the lookout for treasure. Along with his friend Zero, he discovers the treasure after many adventures in the desert.

Did you like the book? Why?

Which was your favourite part of the book? Why?

Who is your favourite character from the book? Give 5 reasons why that person is your favourite.

'''PALINDROME MANIA '''

Stanley Yelnats is the perfect example of a palindrome. Come up with your own list of palindromes from the English language. You could even try making palindromes out of your own names.

THE NAME GAME

Stanley was called Caveman. Hector was called Zero. Each boy at Camp Green Lake had a nickcame. Come up with nickcames for all your classmates. The names should be based on their behaviour and character quirks.

WANTED

Make a wanted poster for Kissin’ Kate Barlow or any other outlaw of your choice.

Fill in the following details:

Name:

Age:

Height:

Weight:

Physical description:

Birthmarks, if any:

Last seen at:

Crimes committed:

Reward:

Contact:

Mugshot:

ACROSTIC POEM

Make up acrostic poems for the characters in Holes.

For instance:

S = So fussy about his food

A = Always seen eating only potatoes

M = Makes good finger chips