Year 3 - English
Building comprehension of '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 answer a range of comprehension questions on 'The Pebble in your Pocket'.
Key Notes
- We can use a range of strategies to build comprehension of the text.
- Skimming and scanning can help us to retrieve key information.
- We can use inference to draw conclusions about the text by searching for clues.
- Discussing the text with others improves understanding and offers opportunities for hearing different perspectives.
Vocabulary To Learn
- comprehension: our understanding of the text
- retrieve: to find information within the text
- inference: to draw conclusions from clues within the text
- discussion: the process of talking about something to exchange ideas
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Children may think that they can only find out information explicitly written in a non-fiction text.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
We can use a range of strategies to build comprehension of the text. Skimming and scanning can help us to retrieve key information.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'comprehension'
our understanding of the text.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Children may think that they can only find out information explicitly written in a non-fiction text. Correction: Using inference skills and having rich discussion can allow students to draw greater conclusions about the information given.
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