aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Reading
What age group	Year or Grade 2
What topic	A Chair For My Mother
Quantity	1
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Lesson Introduction: A Chair for My Mother

Objective

Today, we are embarking on a delightful journey into the world of reading as we explore the heartwarming story of "A Chair for My Mother" by Vera B. Williams.

Hook Activity: Story in a Bag

Materials Needed:

• A variety of items in a bag (e.g., a chair toy or picture, a coin, a small photo of a family, a heart-shaped item, or a picture of a restaurant).

Instructions:

1. Show the Bag: Start by holding up a colorful bag filled with various objects. Tell the students that each item in the bag is a clue to the story we are going to read.

2. Predict What the Story Is About: Ask students to take turns pulling out one item each. As each object is revealed, encourage them to share:

   • What they think the item might represent.
   • How it might connect to a chair or to the theme of family, saving, and love.

3. Create a Story Together: After all items have been revealed, guide the students to weave the items together into a short story. For instance:

   • "This chair represents a special place for family to sit together."
   • "The coins show us how they save money for something really important."

4. Lead into the Book: Conclude the activity by saying, "Just like in our story, the characters in A Chair for My Mother have special memories and dreams about a chair that means a lot to them. Let's read and find out how they make their dream a reality!"

Closure:

After the reading, revisit the items in the bag to see how they connected to the story. This will help reinforce understanding while keeping the students engaged and excited about the story!

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By using this creative introduction, you can capture your students' interest and set the stage for a meaningful reading experience with "A Chair for My Mother."