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title: "Discussing texts as a group"
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# Discussing texts as a group

Participate in discussions about what is read, taking turns and listening to others; explain understanding clearly; actively engage in group reading activities

Subject: English · Area: Reading Comprehension · Ages 5 to 10
Page: https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/discussing-texts-as-a-group-mt_thsY1ZesaU

## Ready when they can

- Share ideas about a book in a group discussion
- Listen to and respond to others' opinions about a text
- Take turns speaking and build on what classmates have said about a book

## Lesson: Talking about books together

After reading or hearing a book, share your thoughts about it. Listen to others too. A friend may notice a part you missed. Keep listening even when your own idea is ready. You can listen without looking at the speaker.

**Example.** Zoe says the fox was brave. Ben adds, 'Yes, he went into the dark woods.' He builds on her idea with a story detail. You can join two friends' ideas too. Say whose idea you use, then add a linked thought. Repeating can check what you heard. Adding something new moves the talk on.

*(drawing: Ben waits, listens to Zoe's idea, and adds a story detail.)*

Ask 'Why do you think that?' to hear more. Invite a quiet friend to share, but let them pass. If you missed someone's words, ask them to repeat. If you are unsure what happened, ask the group to look back at the book with you. You may still need help.

Keep the talk on the book. Give a story detail that supports your idea: 'The fox was brave because he went into the dark woods.' If the talk moves to another topic, wait for a turn and bring it back to the book.

People can like different parts of a book. You can dislike a book too. Share your view kindly and give a reason. Check the book for claims about what happened. A missed detail may change your idea. Your favourite part does not have to match a friend's.

Follow your group's rule for turns. Give others time to finish. Saying sorry does not make an interruption a turn. If two people start together, pause and use the group's rule. Give everyone a chance to share; someone may choose to pass.

**Recap.** Take turns, share your ideas, and listen closely to your friends.

*Original lesson, questions and flashcards written for this learning dataset.*

## Practice

24 questions on this page, each with its working shown.

## Optional connections

- [Listening and responding](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/listening-and-responding-mt_mB7DVai-Uf)
- [Listening to Texts Read Aloud](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/listening-to-texts-read-aloud-mt_mLPEMpYb_R)

## Opens up

- [Themes and messages](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/themes-and-messages-mt_yHQacItlhf)