Year 1 - English
'Little Bo Peep'
Nursery rhymes: reading poetry
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils explore poetry by learning different nursery rhymes, some familiar and some unfamiliar. Pupils learn to listen to, discuss and recite nursery rhymes. They also consider rhyming words, tune and actions. Pupils learn to share their opinion on their preferred nursery rhyme.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to understand that a nursery rhyme is a traditional song or poem for children.
Key Notes
- Nursery rhymes are aimed at children.
- Nursery rhymes might have words that rhyme in them, which are words that end in the same sound or sounds.
- Nursery rhymes are often sung in a tune.
- Nursery rhymes are often easy to learn and have repeated elements or refrains.
- Nursery rhymes often link to historical events or periods.
Vocabulary To Learn
- nursery rhyme: short songs and verses often read or sung to, or by, young children
- song: a short poem or other set of words set to music or meant to be sung
- traditional: something that has been done and re-done for a long period of time
- performance: refers to the act of presenting or reciting a poem in front of an audience, utilising vocal delivery, gestures, and expressions to enhance the impact of the poem.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may struggle with the rhyming words.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
Nursery rhymes are aimed at children. Nursery rhymes might have words that rhyme in them, which are words that end in the same sound or sounds.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'nursery rhyme'
short songs and verses often read or sung to, or by, young children.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Pupils may struggle with the rhyming words. Correction: The purpose of this unit and lesson is to introduce poetry, discuss preferences and perform. Spend most time engaging with the rhyme through understanding, listening and practising singing. Provide more direct instruction for the rhyming elements.
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