| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | English |
| What topic | reading (adjusting) |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 3 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | read different types of texts using phonic, semantic and grammatical knowledge to read accurately and fluently for meaning, re-reading and self-correcting when required (VC2E3LY07) |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Reading (Adjusting)
Year 3
English
30 minutes
20 students
VC2E3LY07 - Read different types of texts using phonic, semantic and grammatical knowledge to read accurately and fluently for meaning, re-reading and self-correcting when required.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 mins | Briefly introduce the topic of reading and explain the importance of adjusting reading strategies. Discuss phonics, semantics, and grammar. |
| 2 | Reading Demonstration | 10 mins | Teacher reads a selected text aloud, modeling good reading habits, and demonstrating how to adjust reading for understanding. Encourage students to follow along in their texts. |
| 3 | Guided Practice | 5 mins | In pairs, students read a new text together. Encourage them to use adjusting strategies (e.g., re-reading challenging parts, discussing difficult words). |
| 4 | Group Task | 7 mins | Divide students into small groups. Each group receives a different text to read and adjust. Groups create a short presentation on their text, focusing on one adjustment strategy used. |
| 5 | Review and Closing | 3 mins | Discuss the group task presentations. Reinforce key strategies learned during the lesson. Close with a brief recap of the importance of adjusting while reading. |
This lesson plan aligns with Australian educational standards and promotes effective reading skills while fostering a collaborative learning environment.
“Good morning, everyone! Today, we’ll be focusing on the exciting topic of reading, specifically how we can adjust our reading strategies to improve our understanding.
Why is adjusting our reading important? Well, sometimes when we read, we come across words or sentences that are tricky or don’t quite make sense. By using different strategies like phonics, semantics, and grammar, we can adapt the way we read to better understand the text.
Can anyone tell me what phonics is? (Pause for responses.) Excellent! Phonics is the relationship between letters and sounds. What about semantics? (Pause for responses.) Great job! Semantics is about the meaning of words and sentences. Finally, grammar helps us understand how words work together.
Remember, adjusting our reading strategies will help us read accurately and fluently for meaning. Let’s dive into our lesson!”
“Now, I’ll demonstrate how to adjust your reading for better understanding. I have a short text here. I’ll read it aloud while you follow along in your own copy.
As I read, I want you to pay attention to how I adjust my reading when I encounter tricky parts.
(Teacher reads a selected text aloud, demonstrating a few adjusting strategies such as pausing to explain difficult words or re-reading sentences for clarity.)
Did you notice anything I did to help me understand the text better? (Pause for responses.) Exactly! When I came across a difficult word, I either sounded it out or looked back at the context to understand its meaning.
Let’s keep these strategies in mind as we practice together!”
“Now it's your turn! I’d like you to find a partner and choose a new text from the selection on your table. Together, read the text aloud.
Remember, if you come across any challenging words or sentences, don’t hesitate to adjust your reading. You can re-read tricky parts or talk about them with your partner.
I’ll circulate around the room to hear how you’re doing, so feel free to ask me questions as you read.
Let’s get started!”
“Fantastic job, everyone! Now, let’s move to our group task. I will divide you into small groups, and each group will receive a different text to read.
Your task is to read your text together, using the adjusting strategies we’ve talked about. After that, you will prepare a short presentation.
In your presentation, focus on one adjustment strategy you used while reading. Maybe it was re-reading a part that was confusing or discussing a tricky word.
You have 7 minutes to read your text and prepare! Remember to work together and make sure everyone has a role in the presentation. Let’s get started!”
“Great work, everyone! I’ve enjoyed listening to your group presentations.
Let’s take a moment to discuss what we learned. What adjustment strategies did different groups use? (Pause for responses.)
That’s right! These strategies are vital as they help us become better readers.
So, to recap, adjusting your reading is an important skill to master. It allows us to read more accurately and understand what we’re reading.
For homework, I want you to complete a worksheet where you’ll read a short text at home. After reading, please write a reflection about the strategies you used to understand the text.
I’ll collect these worksheets, but no presentations, which means you can focus on your own thoughts!
Thank you for your participation today. I’m proud of how each of you worked together and adjusted your reading. Have a wonderful day!”
| Slide Number | Image | Slide Content |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | {Image: A classroom setting with students} | - Introduction to reading strategies - Importance of adjusting reading for better understanding - Overview of phonics, semantics, and grammar |
| 2 | {Image: A teacher reading aloud to students} | - Demonstration of reading adjustments - Strategies to enhance understanding (sounding out, context) - Key observation: Active reading helps comprehension |
| 3 | {Image: Students reading together in pairs} | - Guided practice with a partner - Importance of re-reading and discussion - Teacher's role in supporting students during practice |
| 4 | {Image: Small groups discussing a text} | - Group task instructions - Collaborative reading and presentation preparation - Focus on one adjustment strategy per group |
| 5 | {Image: A classroom discussion after presentations} | - Review of group presentations - Recap of adjustment strategies used - Homework assignment: Reflection on reading strategies used at home |