Week 17, Guided Reading "Fay's Day" - Phonics Phase 5 - Worksheet

The "Fay's Day" guided reading worksheet is part of the Phonics Phase 5 curriculum, designed to help Year 1 students improve their reading comprehension skills. The worksheet includes a series of questions that prompt the children to think about the content of the story, such as determining whether the book is fiction or non-fiction, discussing the characters' desires and concerns, and identifying specific details from the narrative like the name of a place and potential animal sightings. Additionally, children are encouraged to express their personal reactions to the story and reflect on their own experiences related to the themes of the book.

Alongside the comprehension questions, the worksheet offers bonus questions that invite the children to connect the story to their own lives, asking if they've ever enjoyed an activity they were initially reluctant to try or if they would like to experience a sailing trip. Moreover, the worksheet provides a template for a book review, where children can articulate their thoughts about the book, pinpoint their favourite parts, and give it a rating. To further engage with the text, the children can participate in activities such as completing the worksheet, quiet reading, and a circle time discussion where they share personal anecdotes about trying something new and uncertain, just like Fay in the story.