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Which subject	Reading
What topic	Decodable stories for 1st grade
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 1
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Decodable Stories for 1st Grade

Objectives

• Identify and read decodable words and phrases.
• Enhance comprehension skills through guided reading.
• Build confidence in reading through repetitive texts and patterns.

Materials

• Decodable storybooks (appropriate for 1st grade)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Reading journals for each student
• Word cards (with decodable words)
• Pencils
• Small group seating arrangement

Grade/Age Group

1st Grade (Ages 6-7)

Subject

Reading

Class Size

20 Students

National Curriculum Correspondence

This lesson aligns with the National Reading Standards, focusing on phonics and comprehension.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Decodable Stories	5	Introduce the concept of decodable stories. Explain how these stories help with reading skills. Show example words.
2	Group Reading Session	10	Divide students into small groups. Each group reads a decodable story together. Encourage students to sound out words.
3	Comprehension Discussion	5	Engage the class in a discussion about the story read. Ask questions to gauge understanding and thoughts about the story.
4	Word Card Activity	5	Hand out word cards with decodable words from the stories. Conduct a matching game or practice reading the words aloud.
5	Independent Reading	5	Allow students to choose a decodable book and read independently. Encourage them to use their reading journals to make notes.
6	Wrap-Up and Homework Assignment	5	Summarize the lesson. Assign homework: students should read another decodable story at home and write 3 sentences about it in their journals. Collect homework materials without presenting.

Assessment

• Informal assessment through observations during group reading and discussions.
• Check reading journals for completion of the homework assignment the following day.

Conclusion

Reiterate the significance of practicing reading through decodable stories. Encourage students to share any favorite parts of the stories in future lessons.

Lesson script