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Which subject	English
What topic	The shamans apprentice
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 3
Class size	20
What curriculum
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

Lesson plan

Topic

The Shaman's Apprentice

Objectives

Students will understand the main themes of "The Shaman's Apprentice."
Students will identify key characters and their roles in the story.
Students will explore and discuss the concept of cultural traditions depicted in the lesson.
Students will develop their reading comprehension skills through guided reading activities.

Materials

Copies of "The Shaman's Apprentice" (one per student)
Whiteboard and markers
Projector and screen (for visuals, if necessary)
Worksheets for group activities
Sticky notes for exit tickets

Grade/Age Group

Year 3

Subject

English

Class Size

20 Students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the national curriculum for reading comprehension and cultural understanding in Year 3 English.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (min)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Introduce the topic of "The Shaman's Apprentice." Briefly explain what a shaman is and the significance of their role in certain cultures.
2	Guided Reading	10	Read selected excerpts from "The Shaman's Apprentice" as a class. Pause to discuss key points and vocabulary.
3	Character Discussion	5	Have students work in pairs to discuss the main characters. What do they think about the characters’ decisions and motivations?
4	Group Activity	5	In small groups, students will create a mind map of the cultural traditions mentioned in the story and discuss their importance.
5	Whole Class Share	3	Bring the class back together to share insights from the group activities. Each group shares one point from their mind map.
6	Exit Ticket	2	Students will write one thing they learned from the lesson on a sticky note and stick it on the board as they leave the room.

Homework

Students will complete a worksheet based on "The Shaman's Apprentice," focusing on character traits and cultural themes. The homework will be checked in class without the need for presentations.

Assessment

Informal assessment will occur through observation during discussions and group work. The homework will be collected and reviewed to assess understanding of the lesson objectives.