Inspired by: The Viewer - Curriculum Objectives
The educational material provided outlines a comprehensive approach to enhance Year 5 pupils' reading, writing, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and comprehension skills through the exploration of "The Viewer" by Gary Crew, illustrated by Shaun Tan. Pupils are encouraged to develop a positive attitude towards reading by engaging with a broad spectrum of texts, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and plays. They are taught to appreciate books from different cultures and traditions, to discuss and recommend books to their peers, and to analyse themes, structures, and language used in various writings. The curriculum aims to promote a deeper understanding of literature by having pupils learn poems by heart, perform dramatic readings with proper intonation, and evaluate authors' language use and its impact on the reader.
On the writing front, students are guided to enhance their writing skills by planning their work with a clear understanding of the audience and purpose, and by drawing inspiration from their reading and research. They are taught to draft and write narratives with vivid descriptions and dialogues, and to use a range of grammatical devices to create cohesion and clarity in their texts. Editing and proofreading are emphasized to improve vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Additionally, the material covers the importance of handwriting, teaching pupils to write legibly and efficiently. In comprehension, activities include exploring the themes and predicting outcomes in "The Viewer," as well as writing reviews and summarising information. The composition section encourages creative writing, such as describing different viewpoints, imagining character dreams, and crafting letters, all while reinforcing the importance of proofreading and refining their work.
