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Year 4

'Greenling': reading

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In this unit, pupils read and explore the picturebook text, 'Greenling'. They will learn about the features of a fable and explore characterisation in the text. Pupils will develop an understanding of 'rewilding' and identify and engage in the key themes of community and sustainability.

This unit uses and builds on pupils' discussions around themes of the environment and identity, which were explored in 'The Wild Robot'. In this unit, pupils will return to these themes through exploration around characters and perspectives. Pupils will learn about 'rewilding' by reading around the text and use this knowledge to engage effectively in the story. Through discussion around the power of nature and its importance, this unit prepares pupils for the future unit, 'Blackberry Blue', where they will discuss how themes of nature are integrated into a contemporary, fairytale narrative.

  1. Making predictions about 'Greenling'
  2. Exploring the story 'Greenling'
  3. Exploring characterisation in 'Greenling'
  4. Reading around the text 'Greenling'
  5. Exploring and engaging with themes in 'Greenling’

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