Learning Intention: Read & understand a range of straightforward texts To be able to identify the main points and how they are presented in a variety of texts R1.1 To be able to read and understand texts in detail R 1.2

Skimming We don’t always have time to read everything. When we skim read, we get the ‘gist’ of what something is about. Look for titles, headings and illustrations of interest. Can you think of when you might do this? We don’t always have time to read everything. When we skim read, we get the ‘gist’ of what something is about. Look for titles, headings and illustrations of interest.

Look at pics. Can you say what they are about?

Scanning Used to locate information quickly. Want information about a specific topic. Know the key words you are looking for. Can you think of any examples?

Reading for Detail Sometimes you need to read every word. Can you think of any examples?

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