Year 5 - English
Engaging with 'Crazy about Cats'
'Crazy about Cats': reading
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils read and discuss the non-fiction text, 'Crazy about Cats'. They explore the features of a non-fiction text and build understanding of new vocabulary. Finally, pupils discuss the possible connections and purpose of the text.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to engage with the information of a non-fiction text.
Key Notes
- 'Crazy About Cats' provides information about different species of cats which can be compared and contrasted.
- Non-fiction can develop curiosity by engaging readers' interests and encouraging a deeper exploration of topics.
- Readers can ask questions of the text and illustrations to engage more fully with the information they have read.
Vocabulary To Learn
- characteristic: A characteristic is a trait or quality that distinguishes something or someone.
- similarity: A similarity is when two or more things share similar traits.
- difference: A difference is when two or more things have features that set them apart from one another.
- curiosity: Curiosity is the strong desire to know, explore, and learn about the world around you
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may restrict their questioning in Task B solely to what is explained in the text.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
'Crazy About Cats' provides information about different species of cats which can be compared and contrasted. Non-fiction can develop curiosity by engaging readers' interests and encouraging a deeper exploration of topics.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'characteristic'
A characteristic is a trait or quality that distinguishes something or someone.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Pupils may restrict their questioning in Task B solely to what is explained in the text. Correction: Encourage readers to interrogate the illustrations, as well as reflect on their own personal responses, to further develop questioning.
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