Year 4 - English
Understanding words and phrases from context in 'Walter Tull's Scrapbook'
'Walter Tull's Scrapbook': reading
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils read and explore the biography 'Walter Tull's Scrapbook'. They use retrieval and inference to develop their comprehension of the text and the historical context. Finally, they summarise Walter Tull's life by identifying significant moments.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to determine what a word or phrase might mean from its context.
Key Notes
- Words or phrases can be understood and explained by looking at the context they are situated in.
- Re-reading a text helps develop our understanding and fluency.
- Walter Tull was the first Black British professional outfield football player.
- Walter Tull experienced discrimination and prejudice based on the colour of his skin.
Vocabulary To Learn
- opinion: An opinion is a personal view about something.
- historical context: Historical context refers to the background information that existed at a specific period in history.
- reading fluency: Reading fluency refers to the ability to read a text accurately, smoothly, and with appropriate expression.
- expression: Reading with expression means reading with feelings and emotion to bring the words to life.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may not think that Walter was paid well as a footballer. The value of currency was different.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
Words or phrases can be understood and explained by looking at the context they are situated in. Re-reading a text helps develop our understanding and fluency.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'opinion'
An opinion is a personal view about something.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Pupils may not think that Walter was paid well as a footballer. The value of currency was different. Correction: In the 1900s, Walter's signing-on fee and weekly wage was very competitive.
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