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Which subject	Reading
What topic	Comprehension Aladdin song speechless
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 5
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Comprehending "Speechless" from Aladdin

Subject

Reading

Topic

Comprehension of the song "Speechless" from Aladdin

Grade/Age Group

Year 5 (Age 9-10)

Lesson Length

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the UK National Curriculum objectives for Year 5, focusing on reading comprehension, interpretation of texts, and understanding figurative language.

Lesson Objectives

• Students will be able to identify key themes and emotions conveyed in the song "Speechless."
• Students will develop skills to analyse lyrics and derive meaning from figurative language.
• Students will engage in group discussions to share interpretations and enhance understanding through collaboration.

Materials

• Lyrics of "Speechless" (printed copies for each student)
• Audio recording of the song
• Whiteboard and markers
• Comprehension questions handout
• Sticky notes (for summarising thoughts)
• Projector and speakers (if available for audio)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Briefly introduce the topic and the song "Speechless." Discuss the context of Aladdin.
2	Listening Activity	5 minutes	Play the song "Speechless." Ask students to listen carefully to the lyrics and themes.
3	Reading and Comprehension	10 minutes	Distribute printed lyrics. Students read along as the song plays again, annotating thoughts and feelings.
4	Group Discussion	5 minutes	In small groups, students discuss their interpretations of the song's meaning and themes.
5	Individual Reflection	3 minutes	Students write down their thoughts on sticky notes summarising what they learned from the song.
6	Homework Briefing	2 minutes	Explain the homework (related comprehension questions) and remind students to complete it for the next lesson.

Homework

Students will complete a comprehension worksheet based on the song lyrics, focusing on analysing imagery and themes. The homework will be checked in the following lesson without requiring students to present it in front of the class.

Lesson script