Lesson Plan for Year 6 - English - Reading Comprehension (novels, non-fiction)

**Lesson Plan: Year 6 English - Reading Comprehension (Novels, Non-Fiction)** **Grade Level:** Year 6 **Subject:** English **Topic:** Reading Comprehension (Novels, Non-Fiction) **Duration:** 60 minutes **Objectives:** 1. Students will identify key elements of both novels and non-fiction texts. 2. Students will improve their ability to understand and interpret text. 3. Students will demonstrate their comprehension by answering questions and engaging in discussions. **Materials Needed:** - Copies of a selected novel and a non-fiction article (these can be excerpts) - Whiteboard and markers - Worksheets with comprehension questions - Pencils and paper - Projector (optional for displaying excerpts) **Lesson Outline:** --- ### **Introduction (10 minutes)** 1. **Warm-Up Activity:** - Start with a quick discussion: "What is the difference between novels and non-fiction texts?" - Write student responses on the whiteboard. - Briefly explain that novels are fictional stories created by authors, while non-fiction texts provide factual information about real events, people, or phenomena. 2. **Lesson Objectives:** - Explain the goals for the lesson. - Inform students they will be reading excerpts from both types of texts and practicing their comprehension skills. --- ### **Reading Activity (20 minutes)** 1. **Novel Excerpt (10 minutes):** - Distribute copies of the selected novel excerpt to students. - Have a student volunteer read the excerpt aloud or read it as a class. - Ask students to underline or highlight key parts of the story (main characters, setting, plot points). 2. **Non-Fiction Excerpt (10 minutes):** - Distribute copies of the selected non-fiction article. - Read the first paragraph together; then allow students to read the rest independently. - Ask them to underline or highlight key information (main idea, key facts, and supporting details). --- ### **Guided Discussion and Analysis (15 minutes)** 1. **Novel Discussion (7 minutes):** - Ask questions about the novel excerpt: - Who are the main characters? - What is the setting? - What is happening in the story? - How do the characters feel, and why? - Encourage students to discuss their answers and provide evidence from the text. 2. **Non-Fiction Discussion (8 minutes):** - Ask questions about the non-fiction excerpt: - What is the main idea of the article? - What are the key facts presented? - Why is this information important? - Encourage students to discuss their answers and provide evidence from the text. --- ### **Independent Practice (10 minutes)** 1. **Comprehension Worksheets:** - Hand out worksheets with comprehension questions related to both excerpts. - Allow students to work individually or in pairs to complete the worksheets. - Circulate the room to provide support and guidance. --- ### **Conclusion and Review (5 minutes)** 1. **Summary:** - Review the key differences between novels and non-fiction. - Highlight the importance of understanding text structure and information for comprehension. 2. **Closing Activity:** - Ask students to share one new fact they learned today or one part of the story they found interesting. --- ### **Homework:** - Assign students to read a chapter from a novel or a short non-fiction article at home. - Provide a few comprehension questions to be answered in their notebooks. **Assessment:** - Evaluate the worksheets for understanding of the text. - Participation in discussions and activities will also be noted. **Differentiation:** - Provide additional support or alternative reading materials for students who need it. - Challenge advanced students with more in-depth questions or additional reading. --- By the end of the lesson, students should have a better understanding of how to approach reading both novels and non-fiction texts, identify key elements, and comprehend the information presented.