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Guided Reading: Original Butterfly Story
An original story I wrote about a caterpillar becoming a buttefly, aimed at 7-9 year olds. Suitable for teaching native English speakers as well as teaching English as a foreign language. A great way to learn about the butterfly life cycle as well.
Includes activities with answers and a home assignment.
Teaches the following:
Spelling and phonics (spelling and pronouncing words ending in ‘tious’ or 'cious)
Grammar & Vocabulary (understanding the role of adjectives and selecting appropriate ones)
Emotional intelligence (resilience, how to cope with change and the importance of seeking advice in times of change)
Critical thinking
Each page has the following:
The story itself
Unfamiliar vocabulary defined in age-friendly ways
Discussion points for teachers to raise with students
Guided Reading: Original Skeleton Story
An original story I wrote about the skeletal system and Halloween, aimed at 7-13 year olds. Suitable for teaching native English speakers as well as teaching English as a foreign language.
Includes three activities with answers and one home assignment.
Teaches the following:
Figurative language (similes/metaphors)
Descriptive language
Type 1 conditional
Vocabulary
Emotional intelligence (overcoming fears)
Critical thinking
Comprehension
Life skills
Each page has the following:
The story itself
Illustrations
Unfamiliar vocabulary defined in age-friendly ways
Discussion/debate points for teachers to raise with students
Guided Reading: Original Sugar Story
An original story I wrote about nutrition and a debate about banning sugary drinks for children, aimed at 7-13 year olds. Suitable for teaching native English speakers as well as teaching English as a foreign language.
Includes three activities with answers and one home assignment.
Teaches the following:
Spelling/grammar (correct use of ‘affect’ and ‘effect’)
Biology (nutrition)
Type 2 conditional
Vocabulary
Emotional intelligence
Critical thinking
Comprehension
Life skills
Each page has the following:
The story itself
Illustrations
Unfamiliar vocabulary defined in age-friendly ways
Discussion/debate points for teachers to raise with students
Guided Reading: Original DNA Story
An original story I wrote about DNA, aimed at 7-12 year olds. Suitable for teaching native English speakers as well as teaching English as a foreign language. A great introduction to the topic of DNA and its importance to forensic science.
Includes three grammar/vocabulary-based activities with answers and one science-related home assignment.
Teaches the following:
Introduction to DNA, genes and chromosomes
The importance of DNA in solving crimes
Grammar: correct use of their, they’re and there
Antonyms
Vocabulary
Emotional intelligence (sensitivity)
Critical thinking
Life skills
Each page has the following:
The story itself
Illustrations
Unfamiliar vocabulary defined in age-friendly ways
Discussion/debate points for teachers to raise with students