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Video summary

Actress Anjli Mohindra reads extracts from 'Sam Silver: Undercover Pirate' by Jan Burchett and Sara Vogler (illustrated by Leo Hartas), explaining why she loves the book, how it captured her imagination and why she loves to read.

Anjli introduces the story of Sam, a boy who finds a gold doubloon that whisks him back in time aboard a pirate ship.

We watch as Anjli explores the ship, comes under fire from enemy cannon and even spots some sharks!

This clip is from the series Bringing Books to Life 2.

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Sam Silver: Undercover Pirate Teacher Notes

KS1 and KS2 English Discussion Questions

Before watching the video:

  • What comes to your mind when you hear the word pirate?
  • Have you read any books or seen movies about pirates before? Which one was your favourite and why?
  • What would you do if you suddenly found yourself on a pirate ship like Sam?

While watching the video:

  • Pause at 00:51 - What is the name of the pirate ship Sam ends up on?
  • Pause at 02:06 - What do the pirates want to do with Sam when they first see him?
  • Pause at 05:07 - Who is Anjli's favourite character and why?

After watching the video:

  • How do you think Sam felt when the pirates were about to throw him overboard?
  • Which pirate would you want to be friends with from the story and why?
  • What do you think the girl's secret could be in the story? How might it change the story?

KS1 and KS2 English Activity Suggestions

  1. Pirates from the Past: Explore the exciting tales of famous pirates and write biographies about the ones pupils find most intriguing. Learn about their pirate-y lives and share with other pupils.
  2. A Day in the Life of a Pirate: Pupils could imagine their day as a buccaneer and write down all the grand adventures they'd have on a pirate ship. Record their tales in a ship's log and let their imagination sail the high seas.
  3. Design Your Pirate Flag: Pupils could create their own pirate flag. Use coloured paper and pens to make symbols that represent their daring pirate spirit. Remember: skulls, crossed swords, treasure chests, waves or a Jolly Roger are classic choices so why not come up with creative ones of your own?

Take a look at our 500 Words resources for further inspiration around story writing.

These videos contribute to the current national curriculum requirements in:

  • England - KS1/KS2 English: Develop positive attitudes to reading and understanding of what they read.
  • Northern, Ireland - KS1/KS2 Language and Literacy: Extend the range of their reading and develop their own preferences.
  • Scotland - 1st and 2nd Level Literacy and English: Reading - Enjoyment and choice.
  • Wales - Progression Step 2/3 Languages, Literacy and Communication: Literature fires imagination and inspires creativity.

These discussion questions and activity suggestions provide opportunities to develop english and art and design knowledge and skills in meaningful contexts across all UK curricula.

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