Before, During and After Questions to go along with whatever book you’re reading at home. Remember reading aloud for even 5/10 minutes every day is very important. It can also be shared reading!! Happy reading!! 🌼😊
Authors
Roald Dahl J.K. Rowling Michael Murpurgo David Walliams
Marita Conlon-McKenna Enid Blyton
(Jacqueline Wilson has some fantastic books for this age group, but do be aware that she also writes for teens and some of her books are inappropriate for primary school).
Books
Here are some excellent books that pupils have recommended;
- Harry Potter series
- Billionaire Boy
- Heidi
- Percy Jackson series
- The Secret Garden
- Mallory Towers
- Diary of a Wimpy Kid
- Wizards of Once
- The Nine Lives Triology
- Tom Gates
- Wonder
- Auggie and Me
- Black Beauty
- A Series of Unfortunate Events
- Katy
- The Heros of Olympus
- The Faraway Tree
- Matilda
- Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls
Be aware of your own daughter’s ability when helping her choose books. Read the blurb together and discuss the choice.
Summer stars have some great tips on how to choose a book with your child, engaging reluctant readers, reading development etc.
https://www.librariesireland.ie/services/right-to-read/summer-stars
Vocabulary
When children come across new words in different contexts they develop a stronger understanding and a more detailed vocabulary. Try using new vocabulary from the reading in daily conversations.
Spellings
This is also a great website to practise your spellings through online activities and games. You have to register first for a free account (ask an adult for help with this) and then add in your list of spellings each week as you go. There is also a link for some commonly misspelled words. Practise a few a theses each evening/week using the website.
Have fun learning to spell 🙂
Handwriting
Use the Go With the Flow online handwriting resources to practise your letter formations either in a spare copy, a handwriting copy or on a mini whiteboard. ✍ Remember to take your time!! Practice makes perfect and slow & steady wins the race. 👌😁
http://data.cjfallon.ie/resources/gwtf-handwriting/index.html#!/
