Reading

CURRICULUM FOCUS

We are learning to analyse recounts

I can identify and explain the author's purpose. 

I can identify and explain how the author organised the text. 

I can critique the author's choices.

VOCABULARY

Analyse: To look closely at texts and think

Recounts: Retelling events that have happened in detail

Purpose: Reasons the author wrote that type of text

Organised: how different parts of the text are placed

Critique: A careful opinion about a written text

ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO AT HOME TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD'S LEARNING

Read a story with your child and discuss what the author wanted you to feel or think as you read the text. What words did the author use to help you understand the text?