Developing reading preferences in Year 6 through exploring a range of forms
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can develop my awareness of a range of forms.
Key learning points
- looking at picture books that deal with complex themes can develop an understanding of the wider world
- a verse novel is a type of narrative poetry in which a novel length narrative is told through the medium of poetry
- a picture book has meaning that can be constructed from text, image or an interplay between both
- greater meaning can be elicited from a text by reflecting on the author or illustrator's specific choice of word/image
Keywords
Form - the way that a text can be presented
Picture book - a form of text where images and text work together to create meaning
Theme - a central idea that the writer intends the audience to engage deeply with
Advocacy - the act of supporting or promoting a cause, idea, or person
Common misconception
Picture books are not suitable for older readers to choose to read for pleasure.
Picture books can contain a range of complex themes and emotions. Display a range of texts for pupils to explore independently.
Teacher tip
Picture books with complex themes may reflect a lived experience for some pupils. Some texts may require teachers to consider an individual's emotional needs. A conversation with the class about potentially sensitive issues could precede this lesson.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.True or False? Picturebook texts are only for young, less experienced readers.
Q2.What is a suitable definition of a theme?
Q3.What form is the text 'Britannica All New Kids' Encyclopedia' likely to be in?
Q4.True or False? Recommendations on the front cover can tempt a reader to pick up a text.
Q5.Which of the following are features you might find in a picturebook text?
Q6.True or False? Chapter books are considered more important than other forms of reading.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the following keywords to their definition.
Q2.Which of the following are forms of text?
Q3.True or False? Complex themes can be explored through picturebooks.
Q4.In what ways can picturebooks inspire reading for pleasure?
Q5.Order the following steps you should consider when advocating for a cause.
Q6.Which of the following could be reasons for why reading a range of forms is beneficial?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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