English

Y5 English

Key Stage 2

Year 5

Mirror by Jeannie Baker

In this lesson, we will explore the front cover of the book 'Mirror' by Jeannie Baker and use this to make inferences. We will learn about the author and the context of the story.

To introduce the text and author

In this lesson, we will infer from images in the text. We will make comparisons between the Moroccan and Australian families and their morning routine.

To infer from images and make comparisons

In this lesson, we will explore images of the families' journeys through the landscapes of Australia and Morocco. We will draw comparisons between the two countries and make predictions as to where the characters are going.

To use images to make comparisons and predictions

In this lesson, we will explore the images and compare the shopping experience in Morocco and Australia. We will use the images to identify similarities, differences and links between the stories.

To use images to make comparisons and links between the two stories

In this lesson, we will explore the images to make comparisons between the families' evening routines. We will consider the themes, messages and what we can learn from the story.

Key Stage 2, English, Mirror by Jeannie Baker

To introduce the text and author

To infer from images and make comparisons

To use images to make comparisons and predictions

To use images to make comparisons and links between the two stories

To identify the themes and messages of the story