English First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 3

Shared reading and prediction (T1 W3)

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Shared Reading and Prediction

In this lesson, students will engage in shared reading activities that focus on making predictions about texts. They will practice their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through discussions and short tasks, while also learning to construct sentences with correct punctuation and spacing.

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Objectives

Students will be able to make predictions about a text based on its title and illustrations.
Students will practice reading aloud and discussing their thoughts with peers.
Students will demonstrate understanding of punctuation and spacing in their writing.

Explanation

Introduction to Shared Reading

Shared reading is a collaborative reading experience where the teacher and students read a text together. This method encourages students to engage with the text actively. Today, we will focus on making predictions about what we think will happen in the story based on the title and pictures. This skill helps improve comprehension and critical thinking.

Worked examples

Example of Making Predictions

Let's look at the title of a short story: 'The Mysterious Forest'. What do you think this story might be about? Students might predict that it involves adventure, animals, or a hidden treasure. We will also examine the cover image together and discuss how it supports our predictions. This process helps us connect prior knowledge to new information.

Guided practice

Group Prediction Activity

In small groups, students will be given a different short text with an accompanying image. Each group will discuss the title and image, then write down their predictions about the story. After 10 minutes, each group will share their predictions with the class. This encourages collaboration and allows students to hear different perspectives.

Independent practice

Writing Predictions and Sentences

Students will individually choose a short text from a selection provided. They will first write down their predictions based on the title and any images. After making their predictions, they will write a short paragraph summarizing their thoughts, ensuring they use correct punctuation and spacing. This task reinforces their writing skills while connecting to the reading activity.

Quiz

Q1: What is the purpose of making predictions while reading?

To guess the ending of the story
To improve comprehension
To memorize the text
To skip reading

Answer: To improve comprehension

Making predictions helps readers engage with the text and enhances their understanding.

Q2: Which of the following is NOT a part of shared reading?

Reading aloud together
Discussing the text
Writing a test
Making predictions

Answer: Writing a test

Shared reading focuses on collaborative engagement, not assessment.

Q3: What should you look at to help make predictions about a text?

Answer: The title and illustrations.

The title and illustrations provide clues about the content of the text.

Q4: What is one benefit of discussing predictions with peers?

It takes too much time
It allows for different viewpoints
It makes reading harder
It is not necessary

Answer: It allows for different viewpoints

Discussing with peers enriches understanding by incorporating diverse ideas.

Q5: Why is correct punctuation important in writing?

Answer: It helps convey the intended meaning clearly.

Punctuation guides the reader in understanding the structure and meaning of sentences.

Q6: What might you predict if a story is titled 'The Lost Treasure'?

It is about a cooking recipe
It involves a search for something valuable
It is a biography
It is a poem

Answer: It involves a search for something valuable

The title suggests an adventure or quest related to treasure.

Q7: In your own words, explain what shared reading is.

Answer: Shared reading is when a teacher and students read a text together and discuss it.

This collaborative approach enhances understanding and engagement with the text.

Teacher notes

Encourage students to elaborate on their predictions and provide reasons for their thoughts.
Monitor group discussions to ensure all students are participating and sharing their ideas.
Provide feedback on students' writing, focusing on punctuation and clarity.

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