Lesson Plan: Reading - Rowan of Rin
Year/Grade: 3
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Reading
Topic: Rowan of Rin
Objective
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Describe the main character from "Rowan of Rin".
- Identify key themes in the story.
- Express their thoughts on the character's journey and challenges.
Materials Needed
- A copy of "Rowan of Rin" (or excerpts)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Worksheet for character analysis
- Pencils
Lesson Outline
1. Introduction (5 minutes)
Begin the lesson by asking students:
- “Has anyone heard of the book 'Rowan of Rin'? What do you think it might be about?”
Encourage a brief class discussion, guiding them to share their thoughts and predictions.
2. Read Aloud (15 minutes)
Read an engaging excerpt from "Rowan of Rin".
- Choose a passage that highlights the main character and introduces the setting.
- Use expressive tones to capture the students' attention and interest.
3. Discussion (5 minutes)
After reading, ask the students:
- “What do we know about Rowan?”
- “What challenges does he face?”
Encourage students to share their observations, focusing on Rowan's character traits and the story's setting.
4. Character Analysis (5 minutes)
Distribute the character analysis worksheet.
- Ask students to complete the worksheet individually, identifying Rowan's characteristics and challenges.
- Provide guiding questions:
- What kind of person is Rowan?
- What challenges does he face throughout the story?
- How do you think he feels about these challenges?
5. Conclusion (5 minutes)
Encourage students to share their worksheet responses with a partner.
- Invite a few students to volunteer and share their thoughts with the class.
- Wrap up by summarising Rowan's journey and reinforcing the themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Assessment
- Observe participation during the discussion and read-aloud sessions.
- Collect and review the completed character analysis worksheets to assess understanding.
Extension Activity
As an optional task, students can draw a scene from the book that illustrates their favourite moment involving Rowan. They can also write a few sentences describing why they chose that scene.
Reflection
After the lesson, reflect on questions such as:
- Did the students engage with the text?
- Were they able to articulate their thoughts on the character?
- How can the lesson be improved for next time?
This lesson plan aims to engage Year 3 students with "Rowan of Rin" while focusing on reading comprehension and critical thinking, adhering to Australian educational standards.