Year 2 - English
Reading 'Yoshi the Stonecutter' with expression
'Yoshi the Stonecutter': reading
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils read and explore the text, 'Yoshi the Stonecutter'. They use a range of strategies to decode words and build reading fluency. Finally, they learn to sequence the story and make connections to the text.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to read to the end of the traditional tale.
Key Notes
- Taking note of punctuation allows us to read with expression.
- Different punctuation marks mean different things.
- Re-reading words that you have read before gives you a chance to concentrate on reading with expression.
- Using different types of voice and different tones makes reading aloud more interesting for those who are listening.
- You must decode and understand words to be able to add expression.
Vocabulary To Learn
- expression: reading with feelings and emotion to bring the story to life
- punctuation: marks used in writing to help make the meaning clear
- speech marks: punctuation marks used to enclose direct speech showing the words written or spoken by someone
- exclamation mark: a punctuation mark used to express strong emotion
- question mark: a punctuation mark used at the end of a question
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may think reading with expression is purely about volume.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
Taking note of punctuation allows us to read with expression. Different punctuation marks mean different things.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'expression'
reading with feelings and emotion to bring the story to life.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Pupils may think reading with expression is purely about volume. Correction: Model reading words, phrases or sentences with and without expression and varying volume, pitch and speed. Then model your thought process about why you read it that way.
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