Developing comprehension of 'Hansel and Gretel'through rich discussions
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can infer meaning from 'Hansel and Gretel'.
Key learning points
- Reading between the lines to search for clues can help to infer meaning.
- Evidence from the text helps us to justify our inferences.
- Asking questions provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding of a text.
Keywords
Inference - to draw conclusions from clues within the text
Evidence - the available information that supports a belief or opinion
Emotions - strong feelings as a result of circumstances, mood, or relationships with others
Intentions - what you aim to achieve through your actions
Motives - reasons for doing something
Common misconception
Pupils may think you can only know how a character is feeling by an explicit feelings word.
We can understand a character's feelings by inferring meaning through the character's actions, their words and their experiences.
Teacher tip
In the first learning cycle, print additional images from the story and allow children to sequence these at their tables. You may encourage the children to act out the story as well as retelling.
Equipment
You need a copy of the 1981 Walker Books Ltd edition of 'Hansel and Gretel' by Anthony Browne.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of upsetting content
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
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