Year 3 - English
Analysing the author's choice of vocabulary in 'The Pebble in my Pocket'
'The Pebble in my Pocket': reading
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils read and explore the narrative non-fiction text 'The Pebble in my Pocket'. They explore the vocabulary used in order to build comprehension around the text. Finally, pupils will sequence and summarise the main ideas of the story.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain how the author uses different literary devices to enhance the reader's understanding.
Key Notes
- The author, Meredith Hooper, uses rich vocabulary and literary devices throughout the text.
- An author's choice of vocabulary can convey deeper meaning and create an impact on the reader.
- Imagery appeals to the reader's senses and creates an image in their mind.
- Similes and personification are powerful tools to help the reader build an image.
Vocabulary To Learn
- literary devices: techniques used to help the author achieve their purpose
- imagery: visually descriptive language which appeals to the reader's senses and creates an image in their mind
- simile: a literary device that compares two things
- personification: the attribution of human characteristics or behaviours to non-human objects
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Children may think that there is no description in non-fiction texts.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
The author, Meredith Hooper, uses rich vocabulary and literary devices throughout the text. An author's choice of vocabulary can convey deeper meaning and create an impact on the reader.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'literary devices'
techniques used to help the author achieve their purpose.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Children may think that there is no description in non-fiction texts. Correction: In narrative non-fiction texts authors use literary devices such as imagery, similes and metaphors to enhance a reader's understanding.
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