Assessment for Learning Resource Bank Web-based Learning and Teaching Support

Learning and Teaching Activity – Reading the Book Cover

Learning objectives:

Text Types
Vocabulary
Language Items and Communicative Functions
Language Skills	Reading Writing
Attitudes	develop confidence in using English develop sensitivity towards language use in the process of communication
Generic Skills	problem- solving skills creativity

Activity	Description	Suggested duration (minutes)	Available for self - learning?
Part 1 Preview Download	A PowerPoint presentation: Lost in the Forest I Learners identify the information given on a book cover (e.g. characters, settings) and predict the story content based on guided questions and picture clues.	20
Part 2 Preview Download	A classroom activity: Lost in the Forest II Learners are guided to identify and use the information provided on the book cover to predict the story content based on guided questions and picture clues. They are then asked to create the story content and share with the class.	60

Dimension targets for KS1:

KDb -	To interpret and use simple given information through processes or activities such as labelling, matching, sequencing, describing, classifying; and to follow simple instructions.
EDa -	To establish and maintain relationships and routines in carrying out classroom activities