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

a genre in which a fictional plot takes place in the setting of particular real historical events

the ability to experience and understand other people’s feelings and points of view

a genre of text which presents real events, information, or knowledge

a character who embodies certain values or qualities that resonate with readers and serve as a source of inspiration

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

can include what we read and where we read

a question that you have about a text. It does not always have to be answered or solved

how a text relates to a reader, another text or the wider world can be called a connection

form is the way that a text can be presented

a text that contains multiple poems by one author or on a particular subject or theme

poetry with a specific structure, rhyme, and metre

poetry without strict rhyme or metre; it emphasises natural speech rhythms

a narrative told through poetry, blending prose and poetic elements

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