Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to enhance your reading skills while exploring the world of Mario.

Materials and Prep

• A computer or gaming console with access to Mario games
• Pen and paper
• Printed copies of Mario-related reading materials (optional)

Activities

1. Read a Mario-related story or article together. If you don't have any printed materials, you can search for short stories or articles online. Discuss the characters, setting, and plot of the story.

2. Play a Mario game together. Pay attention to the text on the screen, such as character dialogues, item descriptions, and level descriptions. Encourage the student to read aloud or ask them questions about what they are reading.

3. Write a short story or create a comic strip featuring Mario and his friends. The student can use their imagination to come up with an original adventure. Encourage the use of descriptive language and dialogue.

4. Practice reading comprehension by asking the student questions about the story or game they read/played. Ask them to summarize the main events, identify the problem and solution, or predict what might happen next.

Third Grade Talking Points

• "In reading, we can explore different worlds and characters, just like Mario and his friends."
• "Characters are the people, animals, or creatures in a story. Can you name some characters from the Mario games?"
• "The setting is where a story takes place. Where does most of the Mario games take place?"
• "The plot is what happens in a story. It includes the problem and solution. Can you think of a problem Mario might face in his adventures?"
• "Reading aloud helps us understand the story better and improve our reading skills. Let's take turns reading the dialogues in the game."
• "Writing our own stories or comics allows us to be creative and use our imagination. What kind of adventure can we create for Mario and his friends?"
• "Reading comprehension means understanding what we read. Can you summarize the story we just read or played?"
• "Predicting means making guesses about what might happen next in a story. What do you think will happen to Mario in his next adventure?"