Reading a section of the non-fiction book 'Rushing Rivers'
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can learn information about rivers by reading a non-fiction text.
Key learning points
- Non-fiction texts do not have to be read in order from the first to the last page.
- Using the features of a non-fiction text helps the reader to navigate the text effectively.
- Skimming and scanning for keywords helps the reader find and retrieve important information.
- Note-taking is an effective way to summarise the most important information and embed new knowledge.
Keywords
Navigate - to find your way to something
Skimming - to read over a text quickly to get the main ideas and key points
Scanning - searching the text for specific information or keywords
Note-taking - writing down keywords or pieces of information out of full sentences
Summarise - to pull out the key information and ideas from the text
Common misconception
Children may find it difficult to identify which words should be included in bullet-point notes.
Model non-examples, e.g., 'downhill' and ask which keyword might be missing. 'Flows downhill' summarises appropriately.
Teacher tip
Ensure each child has a photocopy of the section 'From mountain to ocean' so that they can manipulate the text to deploy their reading strategies.
Equipment
You will need a copy of the 2015 Kingfisher edition of 'It’s all About…Rushing Rivers' for this lesson.
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