Shared Reading Vocabulary Lesson

Read chapters 4 and 5 of Skellig to an adult or older sibling in your house. Remember to use excellent expression- if an adult has heard you, then make sure that you get that read recorded into your reading diary

If you are struggling with this, then listen to chapter 4 and 5 on the audio book

Main Activity

Today's lesson is a vocabulary lesson. You are familiar with the vocabulary grids structure. There are some key words that need to be located within the text.

Below is an example of a vocabulary grid.

Context

Find the word within the chapter and write down the sentence. Use your skimming and scanning skills so it doesn't take you too long

Pronunciation

Split the word into its different syllables

Explanation

Use a dictionary (online or physical) and write down a definition for the word

New Context

Write your own sentence that includes these words