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

your way of thinking about and understanding something

refers to how a reader identifies with a text, reflecting on their personal feelings and unique perspective

refers to how a reader understands and engages with a book’s themes and ideas

the sentimental longing for past experiences or times

Developing reading preferences in Year 6 through personal reflection

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Developing reading preferences by appreciating characters in adaptations

Developing reading preferences in Year 6 through text recommendations

Developing reading preferences in Year 6 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 'No Country and Frizzy: graphic novels exploring identity and belonging', pupils will explore a specific text type (graphic novels) in more detail.

In 'Developing reading preferences in Year 5', 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 6.

In this unit, pupils will develop their reading preferences by exploring text adaptations. Pupils will learn about the benefits of engaging with translated texts from around the world. Finally, they will develop their awareness of different forms of reading, focusing on picture books.

Developing reading preferences in Year 6

your unique way of thinking about something 

how a text connects with a reader's personal feelings

how a text connects with a reader's thoughts and ideas

Nostalgia is the sentimental longing for...

Which feeling or emotion is most likely to be elicited from the text's title and tagline: 'Crater Lake: Don't. Ever. Fall Asleep'? 

True or False? Self-help or inspirational texts aim to evoke positive emotions within their readers.

a text that makes you reflect on its themes

a text that makes you change your perspective

Which of the following examples best fits a text that evokes an emotional connection in a reader?

a text that makes you think of a happy childhood memory

Which of the following examples best fits a text that evokes nostalgia in a reader?

True or False? Readers who like reading non-fiction texts will not enjoy reading fiction.

Readers' preferences are personal and unique to them.

Readers' preferences are based on their librarian's interests.

All readers' preferences are equally valid.

Some reader preferences are more important than others.

True or False? You should always research an author's biography before reading their text.

What can readers assume about a text from the front cover?

a genre characterised by exciting and often risky journeys or quests

literature that portrays events, characters, and settings that could exist

a traditional story featuring magical elements

Which definition best describes the realistic fiction genre?

who your friends are as readers and why they read.

who you are as a reader and why you read.

Your reader identity is a reflection on...

Developing reading preferences in Year 6 through personal reflection

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