Year 4 - English
Developing reading preferences in Year 4 by exploring a range of forms
Developing reading preferences in Year 4
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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 text recommendations and create a reading community. Finally, they will develop their awareness of different forms of non-fiction.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to develop your awareness of a range of forms.
Key Notes
- Reading Non-Fiction can develop knowledge of the world around you and the people that inhabit it
- Reading about other people's lives and cultures can develop curiosity about the wider world
- Non-Fiction reading can be presented in a variety of forms
- You can read texts that are based on true stories to learn about history and important events
Vocabulary To Learn
- form: form is the way that a text can be presented
- newspaper: a newspaper is a form of text that presents news and information about current events
- non-fiction: non-fiction is a genre of text which presents real events, information, or knowledge
- magazine: a magazine is a form of text featuring articles, images, and information on diverse topics
- curiosity: curiosity is a strong desire to know, explore, and learn about the world around you
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils might think that non-fiction is a form not a genre.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
Reading Non-Fiction can develop knowledge of the world around you and the people that inhabit it. Reading about other people's lives and cultures can develop curiosity about the wider world.
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: Pupils might think that non-fiction is a form not a genre. Correction: Non-fiction is a genre of text. It can be presented in many different forms. Provide pupils with examples to read.
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