aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	English
What age group	Year or Grade 1
What topic	Writing and Reading
Quantity	1
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Welcome to Our Reading and Writing Adventure!

Introduction

G’day, Year 1 students! Today, we are going to embark on an exciting adventure into the world of reading and writing. But first, let's start our lesson with a fun activity that will get our imaginations flowing!

Activity: Story Starter Postcards

What You Need:

• Brightly coloured postcards (you can make these from folded paper!)
• Crayons or markers
• A comfy spot to sit in a circle

Instructions:

1. Get Comfy: Gather in a circle on the floor, and find a comfy spot to sit. You can even bring a soft cushion if you like!

2. Postcard Creation: Each of you will create a postcard. On one side, draw a picture of your favourite place—this could be a park, the beach, or even outer space!

3. Story Starter: On the other side, write the beginning of a story about your place. For example:

   • “Once upon a time in my magical beach, there were dolphins who could talk!”
   • “In my secret forest, the trees could dance and sing!”

4. Share Your Postcards: Once everyone has finished, take turns sharing your postcards with the class. As you listen, think about how different our places are and what adventures could happen there!

Wrap-Up

After sharing, we will pick one postcard to turn into a class story! This will help us practice our reading and writing skills together. Let’s dive into our adventure, and remember—the possibilities are endless!

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Are you ready to start your storytelling journey? Grab your supplies, and let’s get creative!