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

Objective:

To engage Year 1 students in reading through a playful and interactive introduction that sparks their imagination.

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Lesson Starter: "The Magical Story Hat"

Materials Needed:

• A large, colourful hat (any hat that is oversized and fun)
• A selection of storybooks (varied genres and themes)
• Small props related to different stories (e.g., a toy dragon, a fairy wand, a toy dog)

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Introduction (5 minutes):

1. Gather the Class: Gather the students in a circle on the floor.

2. Show the Hat: Bring out the large, colourful hat and show it to the class.

   • Ask the students: “What do you think this hat is for? Is it a magician's hat? A storyteller's hat?”

3. Spark Imagination: Let the children discuss their ideas for a moment. Encourage them to use their imaginations.

4. The Magical Story Hat: Explain that this is the "Magical Story Hat" and it has the power to take us on reading adventures.

   • Share that every time someone wears the hat, they get to choose a storybook from a special collection.

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Activity (10 minutes):

1. Story Choice: One by one, invite students to wear the Magical Story Hat.

   • When it’s their turn, they can pick a storybook and tell the class why they chose it—or they can just share what they think the story might be about based on the cover.

2. Props Involvement: As each student shares their book choice, introduce a prop that relates to the story. For example, if a child picks a book about a dragon, present the toy dragon and ask them what they think it might do in the story.

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Conclusion (5 minutes):

Wrap up by reinforcing the excitement of stories and reading.

• Remind the students that today, they'll embark on their own reading adventures just like the ones they discussed.
• Encourage them to think about favourite characters or adventures during their reading time.

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Transition:

Kindly guide students into a reading nook where the stories are waiting for them, and let them dive into their own magical reading adventures!