English First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 3

Today, we will explore a short story together. Shared reading allows us to read as a group, helping each other understand the text. As we read, I will ask you to make predictions about what might happen next in the story. This will help us think critically and engage with the text.

Let's look at the first page of our story. The title is 'The Lost Puppy'. Before we read, what do you think this story might be about? (Pause for responses.) Now, as we read, pay attention to clues that might help us predict what happens next. For example, if the puppy is lost, where do you think it might go?

Now, let's read the first few pages of 'The Lost Puppy' together. After each page, I will ask you to share your predictions. What do you think will happen next? Remember to use clues from the text to support your ideas. I will write down your predictions on the board so we can see how they change as we read more.

After finishing the story, I want you to write your own prediction about what might happen if the puppy finds its way home. Use complete sentences and remember to include punctuation. Once you finish writing, you can draw a picture of your prediction. This will help you express your ideas creatively.

• Math problems
• Shared reading and prediction
• Science experiments
• Art and crafts

Answer: Shared reading and prediction

The lesson centers on reading a story together and making predictions about it.

Answer: Predictions

Predictions are educated guesses based on clues from the text.

• It helps us read silently.
• It allows us to read alone.
• It encourages group discussion and understanding.
• It is only for older students.

Answer: It encourages group discussion and understanding.

Shared reading promotes collaboration and deeper comprehension of the text.

Answer: The title of the story.

The title often gives hints about the story's content.

• Only pictures
• Complete sentences with punctuation
• Just a single word
• Nothing at all

Answer: Complete sentences with punctuation

Writing in complete sentences helps convey your ideas clearly.

Answer: The Lost Puppy

We read a story titled 'The Lost Puppy' as part of our shared reading activity.

• Stop reading
• Discuss our ideas
• Ignore the text
• Read faster

Answer: Discuss our ideas

Discussing predictions helps us understand the story better.