LO: To read, discuss, and give their own views on a range of literature.

Success Criteria:

- Describe a character or book clearly

- Give opinions with reasons

- Ask and answer questions

 

Lesson 1

Exploring the Character or Book

 

Model Sentences:

- "This character is..."

- "The story is about..."

- "My favourite part is..."

(Appearence, personality, setting, problem)

 

Mind Map

Create a quick mind map

- Character Traits

- Feelings words

- Describing words

 

Partner Interview Activity

Pupils interview each other using prompt cards:

1. Who are you dressed as / What book is it?

2. What happens in the story?

3. Favourite part

4. Would you recommend it? Why?

Swap roles half way

Hot seat

Focus:

- Full sentences

- Clear voice

- Relevant Detail

What makes the book interesting?

Lesson 2

Planning a book review

Success Criteria:

- I can organise my ideas into sections

- I can give an opinion with reasons

- I can use descriptive language

What is a book review?

Key features:

- Title

- Summary

- Opinion

- Recommendation

- Rating

Planning Task

Complete the planning sheet to help build your book review structure.

Peer Discussion

Pairs share plans and give feedback

- One strength

- One improvement

 

Lesson 3

Writing our review