Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to listen to a story, understand its main ideas, and respond to questions about the characters and events in the story. This will help them develop their listening and comprehension skills in a fun and engaging way.

Materials and Prep

• A cozy reading spot (a blanket or pillow for comfort)
• A selection of short, engaging children's stories (you can choose favorites)
• A timer (optional, for story time duration)

Before starting the lesson, choose one or two stories that you think the student will enjoy. Make sure the stories are age-appropriate and have colorful illustrations to keep their attention.

Activities

• Story Time:

  Begin by reading the chosen story aloud to the student. Use different voices for characters and express emotions to make the story come alive. Encourage the student to sit comfortably and listen closely.

• Character Discussion:

  After reading, ask the student about their favorite character. Prompt them with questions like, "What did you like about this character?" or "What do you think they felt when...?" This encourages them to think about the story more deeply.

• Draw Your Favorite Scene:

  Provide some time for the student to draw their favorite scene from the story. This allows them to express their understanding creatively. Once they finish, ask them to explain their drawing to you.

• Act It Out:

  Choose a short scene from the story and act it out together. This can be a fun way to reinforce understanding. Encourage the student to use their imagination and make it silly!

Talking Points

• "What was your favorite part of the story? Can you tell me why?"
• "How do you think the character felt when that happened?"
• "If you could be any character, who would you be and why?"
• "What do you think will happen next if the story continued?"
• "Can you show me how the character felt with your face?"