Comprehension · B6 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B6.2.7.1.3 - Scan/skim for details

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Explain the difference between skimming (reading quickly for the general idea) and scanning (reading quickly to find specific information).
Skim a level-appropriate text in 3 to 4 minutes and state the main idea in one or two sentences.
Scan the same text to locate specific details such as names, dates, places, and numbers.
Present their findings from skimming and scanning to the class using clear spoken sentences.
Use skimming and scanning as a regular first step before reading a text closely for full comprehension.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Reading (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Comprehension (2.7)
Content standard: B6.2.7.1 - Process and comprehend level appropriate texts
Indicator: B6.2.7.1.3 - Scan/skim for details
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 4 (Week 16 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. 176
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Use texts to guide learners to grasp the main ideas as they skim/scan in 3-4 minutes and have them present their points for class discussion.
Note: This must be a regular feature of reading and comprehension lessons.