Year 3 - English
Developing reading preferences in Year 3 by exploring a range of forms
Developing reading preferences in year 3
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils will develop their reading preferences by exploring different genres and reflecting on their reading identity. Pupils will learn how to make effective text recommendations and create a reading community. Finally, they will develop their awareness of different forms in reading.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to develop your awareness of a range of forms.
Key Notes
- Reading can take many forms; all are equally as valid as each other.
- Narrative fiction can cover a range of genres, content, settings and styles.
- A graphic novel is a type of text combining words and images in long-form, sequential art panels.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Form: form is the way that a text can be presented.
- Illustrated chapter book: An illustrated chapter book is a longer fictional text with illustrations to support understanding.
- Graphic novel: A graphic novel is a type of text combining words and images in long-form, sequential art panels.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Graphic novels and comics share many similar features. Pupils might use the term interchangeably.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
Reading can take many forms; all are equally as valid as each other. Narrative fiction can cover a range of genres, content, settings and styles.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'Form'
form is the way that a text can be presented.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Graphic novels and comics share many similar features. Pupils might use the term interchangeably. Correction: Graphic novels have a clear beginning, middle and end, unlike comics which are usually released weekly in shorter comic strips.
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