English // Reading Comprehension

Different Types of Texts

Recognise common types of texts (storybooks, poems, non-fiction); name the author and illustrator and define the role of each in telling or presenting a text

Ages
5 to 7
Type
Concept
Builds on
1 topic
Leads to
1 topic
Standards
4 codes

Quick check

When you hand the learner a book, can they tell you whether it's a story or a fact book — and point out the author's name on the cover?

Ask this to see whether the topic is secure.

Topic // Mastery

What mastery looks like

What a learner can do once this topic is secure.
  • Distinguish between a story, a poem, and a non-fiction book
  • Point to and name the author and illustrator on the cover
  • Explain that the author writes the words and the illustrator makes the pictures

Topic // Map

Where this fits

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  • RequiredMust come first
  • HelpfulHelps, but not essential

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Different Types of Texts

Ages 5 to 7 // Concept

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1 topic
  • Structural terminologyRequired

    Reading Comprehension // Ages 8 to 9

    Structural terminology builds on knowing common text types

Topic // Standards

Curriculum standards

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Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects
RI.K.6RL.1.5RL.K.5RL.K.6

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