Armistice Runner - Session 5 - Prediction

The 'Armistice Runner' session 5 focuses on engaging students in the art of prediction, a key reading comprehension skill. In this activity, students are prompted to speculate on the outcomes of races for two characters, Ernest and Lily. This exercise not only encourages children to use their imagination but also requires them to draw upon details and clues provided in the previous sessions of the story. By formulating predictions, students actively engage with the narrative and develop a deeper connection to the characters' experiences.

Each student is given the opportunity to personalise their predictions by writing down their thoughts under the respective prompts for Ernest and Lily's races. This allows them to consider the possible scenarios based on the story's context and the characters' abilities and challenges. The activity is designed to stimulate critical thinking and to encourage students to consider the various narrative paths the story could take. The session is a thought-provoking exercise that helps to enhance students' inferential skills and their ability to anticipate future events in a story.