B5 English Language · Term 3 Week 12: Building the Love and Culture of Reading

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B5.6.1.1.1 - Read a variety of age- and level appropriate books and present at least a-three-paragraph summary of each book read

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Select an age- and level-appropriate book of their choice from the class library or their personal collection.
Read independently for at least 20 minutes during the library period and track their reading progress.
Write a three-paragraph summary of the book read, covering the beginning, middle, and end of the story.
Present their summary orally to the class with clarity and confidence.
Give and receive constructive feedback on summaries using a simple peer feedback checklist.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Extensive Reading (Strand 6)
Sub-strand: Building the Love and Culture of Reading (6.1)
Content standard: B5.6.1.1 - Read widely for pleasure, and to demonstrate independent reading and learning in the literary/content areas
Indicator: B5.6.1.1.1 - Read a variety of age- and level appropriate books and present at least a-three-paragraph summary of each book read
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 12 (Week 36 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language Curriculum (Basic 4-6), 2019, p. 150
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Have learners read independently books of their choice during the library period.
- Learners think-pair-share their stories with peers.
- Ask each learner to write a-two-three paragraph summary of the book read.
- Invite individuals to present their work to the class for feedback.