Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to read and comprehend the story "Possom.Magic" independently.

Materials and Prep

• Copy of the book "Possom.Magic"
• Pencil
• Blank paper

No prior knowledge or preparation is required for this lesson.

Activities

1. Read Aloud: Begin by reading the story "Possom.Magic" aloud to the student. Encourage them to follow along with their finger as you read.

2. Discussion: After reading, engage the student in a discussion about the story. Ask questions such as:

   • "Who are the main characters in the story?"
   • "What is the problem in the story?"
   • "How does the problem get resolved?"
   • "What is your favorite part of the story and why?"

3. Retell the Story: Have the student retell the story in their own words. Encourage them to include the main characters, the problem, and the resolution.

4. Illustration: Ask the student to choose their favorite scene from the story and draw a picture of it on the blank paper. Afterward, have them explain their illustration and why they chose that particular scene.

5. Independent Reading: Finally, have the student read the story "Possom.Magic" independently. Offer assistance as needed, but encourage them to try their best to read on their own.

First Grade Talking Points

• "Today, we are going to read a story called 'Possom.Magic'."
• "We will discuss the characters, the problem, and how the problem is solved."
• "Afterward, you will have a chance to retell the story in your own words."
• "You will also get to choose your favorite scene from the story and draw a picture of it."
• "Finally, you will have the opportunity to read the story by yourself."