1. In primary 3
I am improving
my reading skills.
To do this…

2. I can read most of the P2 common words.
I can recognise a full stop, question
mark, comma and exclamation mark.

3. I can use letter sounds and patterns to read new words.
I can use full stops properly
when I read aloud.

4. I can retell a new story using beginning, middle and end.
I can find information on a
page to answer a question.

5. I can link stories and texts to my own experiences.
I can discuss what I know
about characters in stories.

6. I can use what I know about authors, similar books, titles, blurbs
and pictures to make predictions.
I can use question marks and
exclamation marks when
I read aloud.

7. I can compare the characters, settings and themes of books.
I can talk about the features of
reports, information posters
and letters.

8. I can read all of the tricky words without sounding out.
I am starting to use contents,
index pages and alphabetical
order to find information.
I can read all of the tricky
words without sounding out.

9. I can use syllables to read words. I know when my reading does not
make sense and correct it.
I can use syllables to
read words.

10. I can explain the meaning of WOW words.
I can read words with contractions
e.g. I’ll, we’ll, I’m…
I can explain the meaning of
WOW words.

11. I can recognise poetry, drama
and newspaper reports.