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Exploring Sports & Hobbies Through Reading – What are informational texts? – Texts that give facts and teach us about a topic – Reading about sports – Find out rules, history, and famous athletes – Reading about hobbies – Learn about different hobbies and what you need to start – Learning from texts – Gain knowledge and new interests by reading | This slide introduces students to the concept of informational texts with a focus on sports and hobbies. Informational texts are a type of non-fiction writing that provides factual information on a specific topic. By reading about sports, students can learn about the rules of different games, the history of sports, and about famous athletes. When reading about hobbies, they can discover various activities, what materials are needed, and how to get involved. Encourage students to think about what they can learn from reading these texts and how it can help them explore new interests or deepen existing ones. The goal is to show them that reading is not only educational but can also be enjoyable and directly related to their personal interests.

Exploring Informational Texts – What are informational texts? – Texts that give facts on topics – Sources of informational texts – Books, articles, websites – Purpose of informational texts – To inform and educate readers – Examples: sports and hobbies – Learn about basketball, chess, etc. | This slide introduces students to the concept of informational texts, which are a type of non-fiction. These texts are designed to provide readers with facts and information about a wide range of topics, including sports and hobbies, which are of high interest to fourth graders. Examples of informational texts include books on how to play certain sports, articles about different hobbies, and educational websites. The purpose of these texts is to inform and educate, not to entertain. Encourage students to think about what they can learn from reading informational texts about their favorite sports or hobbies and to consider how these texts are different from stories or poems.

Exploring Sports Through Reading – What are sports? – Sports involve physical skills and competition. – Learning from sports reading – Discover rules, history, and athletes. – Reading a soccer passage – We’ll read about soccer, its rules, and its stars. – Discussing what we’ve learned | This slide is aimed at introducing students to the concept of sports and the benefits of reading about them. Begin by explaining what sports are and how they involve both physical skills and competition. Emphasize that reading about sports is not only fun but also educational, as it helps students learn about the rules of different games, the history of how they came to be, and about famous athletes who have excelled in these sports. Choose an engaging and age-appropriate passage about soccer to read as a class. After reading, facilitate a discussion on what was learned from the passage, encouraging students to share their thoughts and any new information they found interesting or surprising.

Hobbies: More Than Just Fun – Hobbies for enjoyment and relaxation – Hobbies can be creative and educational – Like painting, writing, or building models – Exploring popular hobbies – Such as gardening, collecting stamps, or playing chess – Discovering what makes hobbies special – What benefits do these hobbies offer to people? | This slide introduces the concept of hobbies to the students, emphasizing that hobbies are more than just fun activities; they are a way to relax, express creativity, and learn new skills. Encourage students to think about hobbies they already engage in or would like to try. Discuss how hobbies can be a source of joy and a way to unwind after school. Highlight that hobbies can also be educational, providing a platform for learning and personal growth. Ask students to consider what makes their favorite hobbies special to them and how these activities contribute to their happiness and knowledge. The goal is to get students excited about exploring new hobbies and recognizing the value they bring to everyday life.

Exploring Informational Texts: Key Features – Informational texts and their purpose – Texts that give facts about real-world topics, like sports or hobbies – Headings: Navigating the text – Headings help us know what the next section is about – Captions and diagrams: Visual clues – Captions explain pictures; diagrams show parts or steps – Using features to predict content – Before reading, guess what you ll learn by looking at these features | This slide introduces students to the key features of informational texts, which are designed to educate about specific topics such as sports and hobbies. Emphasize the importance of headings as tools for understanding the structure and main points of the text. Explain how captions and diagrams provide additional information that supports the text and can help with comprehension. Encourage students to use these features to make predictions about what they will learn, which can increase engagement and understanding. As an activity, students can practice by looking at an informational text about a sport or hobby and sharing their predictions based on these features.

Reading Comprehension: Sports and Hobbies – Focus on main idea and details – What’s the text mainly about? Look for key details. – Ask questions while reading – Who, what, when, where, why, and how? – Practice with passage questions – Answer questions about the sports/hobbies text. – Enhance understanding of text | This slide aims to guide students through the process of reading comprehension, specifically applied to texts about sports and hobbies. Encourage students to identify the main idea of a text and the details that support it. Teach them to actively ask questions as they read to engage with the material and deepen their understanding. After reading, use a set of prepared questions to practice comprehension skills. This activity will help students to think critically about what they read and to retain information more effectively. The goal is to foster a habit of mindful reading that they can apply to any subject matter.

Class Activity: Craft an Informational Poster – Pick a favorite sport or hobby – Design a poster with text features – Include headings, captions, and diagrams – Incorporate facts and images – Find interesting facts and relevant pictures – Use learned features creatively – Think about charts, graphs, or timelines | This activity is designed to reinforce students’ understanding of informational texts by applying what they’ve learned to a topic they are passionate about. Students should choose a sport or hobby they love and create a poster that includes various text features such as headings, subheadings, captions, and diagrams. They should research to find interesting facts and complement these with images that illustrate their topic. Encourage creativity and the use of additional features like charts, graphs, or timelines to convey information effectively. Provide materials and examples, and consider allowing students to work in pairs or groups. This will not only make the activity more engaging but also facilitate peer learning. After completion, allow students to present their posters to the class, explaining why they chose their topic and how they decided to represent the information.

Sharing Our Sports and Hobbies – Present your poster to the class – Explain your chosen sport or hobby – Talk about what makes it special to you – Share new knowledge gained – Did you discover any fun facts or skills? – Discuss what you enjoyed most – Reflect on the creative process and learning | This slide is for a class activity where students will present their posters on a sport or hobby of their choice. Encourage each student to speak clearly and confidently about their work. They should explain why they chose their particular sport or hobby, perhaps sharing a personal connection or interest. Students should also share something new they learned during the creation of their poster, which could be a historical fact, a skill, or understanding the importance of the sport or hobby. Lastly, ask them to discuss what they enjoyed most about the project to reflect on their learning experience. For the teacher: prepare to facilitate the presentations, ensure each student has a chance to present, and encourage the class to listen and ask questions.

Exploring Through Reading – Congratulations on your hard work! – Reading is fun and informative – Books about sports & hobbies can be exciting – Discover new interests through books – Find books on topics you love and learn more – Keep exploring the world in texts | This slide wraps up the lesson on informational texts, emphasizing the enjoyment and educational value of reading. Reinforce the idea that reading is not just a school activity but a doorway to learning about personal interests like sports and hobbies. Encourage students to continue reading outside of class and to use books as a tool to discover and understand more about the world. Suggest visiting the library or book fairs to find interesting texts. Remind them that every book read is a step towards becoming a more knowledgeable and well-rounded individual.