Reading

CURRICULUM FOCUS

We are learning to make inferences about symbolism within a text

VOCABULARY

Inference: The process of drawing a conclusion based on the available evidence plus previous knowledge and experience

Symbolism: The use of symbols to represent ideas and qualities within a text

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

When reading a fiction text with your child, ask them what the character’s traits are. Get them to justify it with evidence from the text. Ask your child about the motivations behind some of their actions. Get them to justify it with evidence from the text. Ask your child about the ulterior motives behind some of the characters’ actions. Get them to justify it with evidence from the text. Ask them about the symbolism within the text. Get them to justify with evidence from the text.