Day and Night: Independent Reading Non-Fiction Blue 4
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What’s inside...
This book is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Day and Night is a non-fiction text explaining the different things that happen in the day and at night. The simple sentence structure offers readers the opportunity for an independent reading experience with the support of the illustrations.Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.This early non-fiction text is accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.
Why read this book
- Explores the concept of day and night effectively.
- Enhances understanding of natural phenomena for young readers.
- Encourages curiosity and inquiry-based learning.
- Supports early scientific knowledge and literacy development.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-6
Text complexity
Discussion points
What differences did you notice between the things we do during the day and at night?
Can you think of any animals that are awake at night? Why do you think they prefer the night?
How does the sky look different during the day and at night?
Why do you think it's important to have both day and night?
What's your favorite part of the day? Why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a gentle and curious tone to encourage your child to think and respond.
Relate the questions to the child's daily routine to make the concepts in the book more relatable.
Allow the child to lead the conversation sometimes, which can provide insight into their thoughts and feelings about day and night.
Connect the discussion to personal experiences, like a night out looking at stars or a sunny day at the park, to deepen the connection with the book’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the concept of time
Explanation: The book explains the cycle of day and night, helping children grasp the basic concept of time and how it affects the world around them.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge to understand daily routines, differentiate between day and night activities, and develop a sense of time management.
Example Lesson: Observation skills
Explanation: By exploring the differences and transitions between day and night, the book encourages children to observe changes in their environment.
Real-World Application: This skill can be utilized by children to notice patterns in nature and in their surroundings, enhancing their awareness and curiosity.
Example Lesson: Curiosity about the natural world
Explanation: Through engaging explanations about why day turns into night, the book fosters a curiosity about nature and science.
Real-World Application: This intrinsic interest can lead to children asking more questions, experimenting, and exploring science concepts further in their daily life.
Example Lesson: Understanding and acceptance of natural cycles
Explanation: The book teaches that day and night are natural and recurring cycles, promoting a sense of security and acceptance in young readers.
Real-World Application: Children learn to accept and find comfort in the predictable patterns of their environment, contributing to emotional stability.