Developing reading preferences in Year 4 through personal reflection

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Developing reading preferences in Year 4 through appreciation of characters

Developing reading preferences in Year 4 through text recommendations

Developing reading preferences in Year 4 by 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 5', pupils will build on this knowledge through the introduction to a new range of texts suitable for Year 5.

In 'Developing reading preferences in Year 3', 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 4.

In this unit, pupils will develop their reading preferences by exploring different genres and reflecting on their reading identity. Pupils will learn how to make text recommendations and create a reading community. Finally, they will develop their awareness of different forms of non-fiction.

Developing reading preferences in Year 4

Character traits are the special qualities that make a character in a story unique and interesting.

A protagonist is a main character or central figure in a story or narrative.

A hero is a protagonist with noble qualities, often saving or helping others.

An anti-hero is a flawed protagonist, often with moral ambiguity or unconventional methods.

a suggestion for a text that is well-suited to a reader’s age and their interests.

a group of readers who read, share and discuss their reading experiences with one another.

refers to selecting and organising literature for a specific purpose or audience.

form is the way that a text can be presented

a newspaper is a form of text that presents news and information about current events

non-fiction is a genre of text which presents real events, information, or knowledge

a magazine is a form of text featuring articles, images, and information on diverse topics

curiosity is a strong desire to know, explore, and learn about the world around you

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