Reading is probably the most overlooked skill in the English classroom, which is strange as students generally find reading enjoyable. In this section, you will find a selection of lesson plans that target the core skills related to reading, namely reading for gist and reading for detail. The lesson plans will guide the teacher in providing more interesting reading material that the students find relatable. The lesson plans start from beginner level and increase in complexity as they progress. Let’s start from a low beginner level…
Lesson 1: Tim’s Daily Routine
Level: Beginner
Time: 15-25 minutes
Skill Focus: Reading for gist and detail
Lesson 2: Where’s Pongo?
Level: Beginner → Elementary
Time: 15–25 minutes
Skill Focus: Scanning for information
Lesson 3: A Day at the Zoo🆕
Level: Beginner → Elementary
Time: 30–40 minutes
Skill Focus: Reading for detail