| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Year or Grade 2 |
| What topic | Illustrations supporting text |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
To help Year 2 students understand how illustrations can enhance the meaning of the text they read.
Gather the students in a circle on the floor, ensuring everyone can see a large illustration displayed on the board or a projector.
"Good morning, class! Today, we’re going on a special treasure hunt - not for gold or jewels but for illustrations! Does anyone know what an illustration is?"
Wait for responses, encouraging students to describe illustrations as drawings or pictures in books.
"Great answers! Illustrations can tell us a lot about the story, even before we read the words. To get us started, let’s look closely at this beautiful picture."
Point to the illustration displayed on the board. Ask the following questions:
As students answer, guide them to think about the emotions, settings, and characters illustrated.
"Now, here's the fun part! I have some treasure maps!"
Hand out the "Illustration Treasure Hunt" worksheets where students will draw their own illustration based on a story prompt you’ll provide.
"Imagine you find a magical garden filled with talking animals. What do you think it looks like? Draw your interpretation!"
"After we finish our drawings, we’ll share them with our friends and explore how each illustration adds to the story! Are we ready to go on this adventure together?"
Encourage excitement and participation to set the tone for a fun, interactive lesson on the importance of illustrations in storytelling!
With this engaging introduction, students will be inspired to understand and appreciate how illustrations support and enrich the text they read.