Year 4 Are Enjoying Their Reading

This half term, the children have thoroughly enjoyed their reading experiences, particularly focusing on The Firework Maker's Daughter and Running On The Roof Of The World. Additionally, they explored an extract titled Firework Night.
Through these texts, the students engaged in comparative and contrastive analyses, which enabled them to identify thematic and narrative connections across the stories. A significant emphasis was placed on making predictions in Running On The Roof Of The World. The insights gained from The Firework Maker's Daughter proved instrumental in informing their predictive reasoning, allowing them to draw parallels and anticipate potential outcomes.
The inclusion of soldiers within the narratives captivated the students’ attention, serving as a focal point of intrigue and discussion. The children expressed a profound sense of surprise at various plot developments, which enriched their engagement and prompted thoughtful reflections on the stories' complexities. This reading initiative has not only enhanced their analytical skills but also fostered a deeper appreciation for literature.