reader identity is a reflection on who you are as a reader and why you read

a reading preference can include what we read and where we read

an author is responsible for crafting the words that make up a text

an illustrator is responsible for creating the pictures, drawings, or images that make up a text

a poet is a writer who uses verse to convey emotions

Developing reading preferences in Year 5 through personal reflection

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Developing reading preferences in Year 5 through appreciation of characters

Developing reading preferences in Year 5 through text recommendations

Developing reading preferences in Year 5 through exploring a range of forms

In this unit, pupils developed reading for pleasure through exploration of a range of different text types, focusing on genre and form. Pupils were introduced to a range of authors and illustrators and considered their reader identity. In 'Developing reading preferences in Year 6', pupils will build on this knowledge through the introduction to new range of texts suitable for Year 6.

In 'Developing reading preferences in Year 4', pupils developed reading for pleasure through exploration of a range of different text types, focusing on genre and form. Pupils were introduced to a range of authors and illustrators and considered their reader identity. In this unit, pupils build on this knowledge through the introduction to a range of texts suitable for Year 5.

In this unit, pupils develop their reading preferences by exploring different authors and illustrators. Pupils learn how to engage in 'book talk' and about the benefits of recommending texts. Finally, they develop their awareness of different 'forms' of reading, focusing on poetry.

Developing reading preferences in Year 5

responsible for crafting the words that make up a text

responsible for creating the artwork that makes up a text

responsible for using verse to convey emotions

Match the following keywords to their role.

True or False? Reading texts by the same creative team only has positive benefits.

Reading texts by the same author can have which of the following benefits?

Researching before or after reading a text is a matter of {{__________}} preference

a discussion between the author and a reviewer

Match the places where you could find out additional information about the author Catherine Johnson to their examples.

True or False? Readers must read all the texts by an author that they like.

Which form is best described as containing many articles, images and information?

True or false? Reading has to happen in the same place at the same time every day.

Which genre is likely to contain real-events and facts. 

Reading different authors can widen your reading preferences.

When and where you like to read are part of your reading preferences. 

Reading preferences are not individual to the reader.

Reading only the same author will widen your reading preferences. 

Reading preferences are unique to the reader.

Select the true statements relating to reading preferences. 

help you identify what you enjoy reading and why you read.

encourage you to read a wider range of genres.

provide your friends with text recommendations.

Reflecting on your reader identity can...

Starter Quiz

True or False? Readers must read all the texts by an author that they like.