Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 1+: First Sentences: Big Books: Teaching Notes
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What’s inside...
Stage 1+ First Sentences Big Books are large format versions of the new edition Stage 1+ First Sentences storybooks, designed for whole class teaching and group work. The pack includes titles such as Hide and Seek, Reds and Blues, Big Feet, Look At Me, Go Away, Floppy and Kipper's Diary. It also contains an A4 sized Teaching Notes booklet with a Curriculum Coverage Chart and Extended Stories for each title, which help children understand the story, absorb details in the illustrations, and predict the text. The Extended Stories are followed by ideas for shared activities in speaking and listening, reading, and writing.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-5
Length
8 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the characters felt during the story?
What was your favorite part of the book and why?
Can you think of a different ending for the story?
What would you do if you were in the place of the main character?
How do the pictures help tell the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressions and different voices for each character to make the story more engaging. Ask your child to predict what might happen next before turning the page. After reading, connect the story to your child’s experiences by discussing similar situations they might have faced. Encourage your child to draw a scene from the book or to act out their favorite part.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Building Vocabulary
Explanation: The book introduces simple, repetitive sentences that aid in reinforcing basic vocabulary for early readers.
Real-World Application: Children can use the learned words to better express themselves in daily conversations and improve their communication skills.
Example Lesson: Understanding Sequence
Explanation: Stories in the book are structured in a clear, sequential manner, which helps children grasp the concept of beginning, middle, and end.
Real-World Application: This understanding helps children follow and predict patterns and sequences in everyday tasks and stories.
Example Lesson: Developing Reading Confidence
Explanation: The controlled vocabulary and repeated phrases provide a supportive reading experience, allowing children to build confidence in their reading abilities.
Real-World Application: As children become more confident readers, they are more likely to explore new reading materials and engage in reading as a leisure activity.
Example Lesson: Encouraging Curiosity
Explanation: The content prompts questions and engagement from young readers, fostering a natural curiosity and desire to learn.
Real-World Application: Curiosity drives children to explore and learn more about the world around them, enhancing their educational development.
Example Lesson: Promoting Family Bonding
Explanation: The large format and teaching notes are designed for shared reading, creating opportunities for family bonding over the reading experience.
Real-World Application: Regular reading sessions together can strengthen relationships and communication within the family, setting a foundation for lifelong emotional support.