# Lesson Plan: Reading Comprehension (Classic and Contemporary Texts)
## Subject: English
## Grade: Year 6
## Duration: 60 minutes
## Topic: Reading Comprehension (Classic and Contemporary Texts)
### Objectives:
1. **Reading Skills**: Students will develop their reading comprehension skills by engaging with both classic and contemporary texts.
2. **Analysis**: Students will analyze characters, settings, and plots in both types of texts.
3. **Compare and Contrast**: Students will compare and contrast themes, language, and styles between classic and contemporary literature.
4. **Critical Thinking**: Students will improve critical thinking and discussion skills by participating in class debates and group work.
### Materials:
- Copies of short excerpts from classic literature (e.g., "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll)
- Copies of short excerpts from a contemporary text (e.g., "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and screen (if necessary)
- Notebooks and pens/pencils
- Venn Diagrams handouts
- Reading Comprehension Worksheets
### Introduction (10 minutes):
1. **Hook**: Begin with a brief discussion on what students think of when they hear "classic" vs "contemporary" texts. Write key points on the whiteboard.
2. **Objective Review**: Outline the day's objectives and why it's important to understand both types of texts.
### Core Activities:
#### Activity 1: Read and Discuss (20 minutes)
1. **Reading Classic Text** (10 minutes): Distribute excerpts from "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland". Have students read the text silently, then read aloud as a class.
2. **Discussion** (5 minutes): Lead a discussion on the excerpt, focusing on:
- Setting
- Main characters
- Plot
- Themes
3. **Reading Contemporary Text** (10 minutes): Distribute excerpts from "Wonder". Repeat the reading process used for the classic text.
4. **Discussion** (5 minutes): Lead a discussion on the contemporary excerpt, focusing on the same elements:
- Setting
- Main characters
- Plot
- Themes
#### Activity 2: Compare and Contrast (15 minutes)
1. **Group Work** (10 minutes): Divide students into small groups and hand out Venn Diagrams. Have students compare and contrast the two texts using the diagram:
- Themes
- Language and style
- Characters
- Settings
2. **Class Sharing** (5 minutes): Have each group share their findings with the class. Write their main points on the whiteboard.
#### Activity 3: Critical Thinking and Analysis (15 minutes)
1. **Reading Comprehension Worksheet** (10 minutes): Distribute worksheets that focus on comprehension questions for both texts (e.g., main idea, supporting details, inferences).
2. **Answer Review** (5 minutes): Go over the worksheet answers as a class, clarifying any misunderstandings and encouraging students to explain their thought processes.
### Conclusion and Reflective Activity (5 minutes):
1. **Summary Discussion**: Recap and summarize the main points covered during the lesson.
2. **Reflective Activity**: Ask students to write a brief paragraph on how classic and contemporary texts differ and what they learned about reading comprehension.
### Homework:
- Assign a short story (one classic and one contemporary) to be read at home with a reflection paragraph comparing the two.
### Assessment:
- Participation in discussions
- Accuracy and thoughtfulness in Venn Diagram comparison
- Performance on the comprehension worksheet
- Quality of reflective paragraph
### Extensions:
- Encourage students to bring in their favorite classic or contemporary books to share with the class.
- Plan a class project where students create a book review comparing a classic and contemporary novel.
This lesson plan is designed to develop comprehensive reading skills, encourage critical thinking, and offer a balanced introduction to both classic and contemporary literature.