Shared reading and prediction (T4 W7)
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Today, we will explore a short story together. Shared reading allows us to read as a group, helping each other understand the text. We will look at the pictures and talk about what we think will happen next in the story. This is called making predictions. Predictions help us think about the story and engage with the text.
Let’s look at the cover of our story, 'The Lost Puppy'. What do you see? (Show the cover image.) Based on the picture, what do you think the story will be about? (Encourage students to share their thoughts.) For example, if they see a puppy looking sad, a student might predict that the puppy is lost and needs to find its way home.
Now, we will read the first few pages of 'The Lost Puppy' together. As we read, I want you to raise your hand whenever you have a prediction about what might happen next. After each page, we will pause and discuss your predictions. Remember to listen carefully to your classmates and think about their ideas too!
After our shared reading, I want you to write down your own prediction about what will happen next in the story. Use a complete sentence and remember to start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. For example, 'I think the puppy will find its owner.' Once you finish writing, draw a picture of what you think will happen next.
Answer: To help us think about the story
Making predictions encourages readers to engage with the text and think critically about the story.
Answer: A sad puppy.
The cover illustration helps set the scene and gives clues about the story.
Answer: Full stop
A full stop indicates the end of a statement.
Answer: The puppy will find its owner.
This prediction shows understanding of the story's context.
Answer: Share it with the class
Sharing predictions helps everyone engage with the story and learn from each other.
Answer: I learned how to make predictions.
This shows that the student has grasped the concept of predictions in reading.
Answer: A question mark
A question mark is used for questions, not statements.
Answer: A picture of the puppy finding its owner.
This encourages creativity and reinforces understanding of the story.