Katherine Rundell writes, “The world is never quiet, even its greatest secrets are written on the rooftops.” Explain how the setting of the rooftops symbolizes intellectual and emotional freedom.

: Have students write their own description of a city from a "bird's-eye view." Use the Paris setting to explore how height changes perspective. The Power of Similes

: Read the opening extract aloud and have students draw what they imagine. This encourages them to translate Rundell’s vivid, poetic prose—like describing a character's voice as "how moonlight might talk"—into visual art. 2. Descriptive Writing and Vocabulary Rundell is famous for her "lyrical prose". Atmospheric Settings

| Criteria | Emerging (1) | Proficient (3) | Exemplary (5) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Uses vague recall of plot | Quotes the text to support claims | Traces a single symbol (e.g., stars) across 4+ chapters | | Thematic Argument | States a fact ("Sophie likes the roof") | Makes an inference ("The roof represents freedom") | Argues a paradox ("The roof is both freedom and a prison") | | Creative Voice | Copies a line from the book | Uses Rundell’s techniques (unusual comparisons) | Creates a unique "Martian" perspective on an object |

A final creative writing task where students take characters to new settings beyond the original story. 🎒 Recommended Resource Providers Several platforms offer pre-made bundles and lesson slides:

Katherine Rundell writes with a lyrical quality that mimics the cello music central to the story. A robust unit of work must include plans that focus on the author's craft.