Lesson Plan | Teachy Methodology | Reader Formation: Introduction

Objectives

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to present the main objectives of the class to the students and explain how reading and understanding texts will be worked on practically and interactively, using digital resources. Additionally, this stage aims to prepare students for the collaborative activities that will take place throughout the lesson.

Main Objectives

1. Encourage reading and understanding simple texts through practical and interactive activities.

2. Develop early reading skills using digital resources and modern contexts.

Side Objectives

1. Promote interaction among students through collaborative activities.
2. Use digital tools to make the reading process more engaging.

Introduction

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

📈 Purpose: The purpose of this stage is to present the main objectives of the class to students and explain how reading and understanding texts will be worked on practically and interactively, using digital resources. Additionally, this stage aims to prepare students for the collaborative activities that will take place throughout the lesson.

Warming Up

📚 Warm-up: Start the class by briefly explaining the theme of developing readers and the importance of building reading skills from an early age. Highlight how reading can be a fun and enriching activity. Then, ask students to use their phones to find an interesting fact about reading or a children's author they like. Allow them to share this information with the class, encouraging the dynamic and interactive exchange of knowledge.

Initial Reflections

1. ✅ What do you like most about a story? Is it the character, the plot, or the illustrations?

2. ✅ Who here has a favorite book? What is it and why do you like it?

3. ✅ Has anyone heard of a famous children's book author? Who is it?

4. ✅ How do you think reading can help in everyday life?

Development

Duration: 70 - 80 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to provide students with a practical and interactive experience aimed at developing reading and writing skills, using digital resources and the modern dynamics of storytelling. The proposed activities are designed to engage students in a playful and collaborative way, promoting interaction between them and with the reading content in a contextualized and fun manner.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended that only one of the suggested activities be carried out

Activity 1 - 📱 Storytelling on Instagram Kids

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Develop reading and writing skills by creating digital stories, promoting creativity and familiarity with technological tools.

- Description: Students will create a short story using images and simple texts, as if they were going to publish it on a fictional Instagram Kids profile. They must choose characters, setting, and plot, using emojis and hashtags to make the story more attractive and interactive.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of no more than 5 students.

• Explain that they will need to create a small story to be published on a fictional Instagram Kids profile.

• Each group must choose characters, setting, and plot, using emojis, images, and small phrases.

• Students can find images on the internet or draw their own characters.

• Use an image editing app or online tools that allow the creation of a feed (such as Canva).

• Each group must create 3 to 5 posts, forming a story sequence.

• Encourage students to use hashtags to connect the posts and make them more interactive.

• After completing the story, each group must present their feed to the class, explaining their choices.

Activity 2 - 🎮 Gamification: Literary Treasure Hunt

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Promote engagement in reading through a gamified activity, encouraging group work and collaborative reading.

- Description: Students will participate in a 'Literary Treasure Hunt' using QR codes scattered throughout the classroom or school. Each QR code will contain a clue that leads to an excerpt from a famous children's book. Students must read the clues and excerpts to progress in the game until they find the 'treasure'.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of no more than 5 students.

• Explain that they will participate in a 'Literary Treasure Hunt,' where they will need to find and read clues scattered around the classroom or school.

• Prepare QR codes containing excerpts from famous children's books (they can be created online and printed).

• Spread the QR codes around the classroom or school, creating a logical path for students to follow.

• Each group must have a device with a QR code reader (smartphone or tablet).

• The clues should lead students to different points, where they will find new excerpts from stories.

• The goal is for students to read each clue and excerpt to advance in the game.

• The group that finds the 'treasure' first wins a small prize (it could be a children's book or a certificate).

• At the end, hold a discussion circle for groups to share their experiences and discuss the stories they found.

Activity 3 - 🎥 BookTuber Club

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Encourage reading and oral expression through video creation, developing communication and creativity skills.

- Description: Students will transform into little BookTubers, recording short videos talking about a children's book they have read or would like to read. They should describe the story, the characters, and what caught their attention, encouraging their classmates to read the book.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of no more than 5 students.

• Explain that each group will become a 'BookTuber' and will need to record a short video (2 to 3 minutes) talking about a children's book.

• Each group must choose a children's book they have read or would like to read.

• Guide students to talk about the story, the characters, and what they liked the most about the book.

• Students can use smartphones or tablets to record the videos.

• Encourage each group member to participate in the recording, dividing the parts of the video among themselves.

• After recording, groups can use simple editing apps to add effects or background music.

• Each group must present their video to the class, encouraging classmates to read the presented book.

• At the end of the activity, ask each group to share how it felt to be a 'BookTuber' and what challenges they encountered.

Feedback

Group Discussion

📢 Group Discussion: Start the discussion by asking each group to present a summary of their activities and share what they learned. Use the following script to guide the discussion:

1. Introduction: Ask each group to briefly talk about the activity they carried out (Instagram Kids, Literary Treasure Hunt, or BookTuber).

2. Learnings: Ask each group to share the main learning they had from the activity.

3. Challenges: Ask what the biggest challenges they encountered were and how they overcame them.

4. Conclusion: Encourage the groups to discuss how these activities helped increase their interest in reading and what they liked most about each activity.

Reflections

1. 🔍 Reflection Questions:

1. How do you think reading can be more enjoyable using digital tools?

2. What did you learn about the value of teamwork during the activities?

3. How do you think the stories you created or discovered can help develop your reading skills?

360° Feedback

💬 360° Feedback: After the discussion, guide students to conduct a 360° feedback step. Each student should give and receive feedback from their group peers, focusing on the following points:

1. Strengths: What each group member did well during the activity.

2. Opportunities for Improvement: Respectful suggestions on how each member can improve in future activities.

3. Gratitude: Something positive for which they are grateful to their group peers. Explain the importance of maintaining constructive, respectful, and encouraging feedback to promote a healthy and collaborative learning environment.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

🎯 Purpose: This stage aims to consolidate learning, highlighting the main content covered and its relevance in the modern context. Connecting practical activities to the current world helps students see the value of their reading and writing skills in everyday life. The conclusion reinforces the importance of integrating reading and technology, preparing students for a dynamic and digital future.

Summary

📝Summary: Imagine a magical trip through the universe of stories! Today, students immersed themselves in creating digital narratives on Instagram Kids, participated in an exciting Literary Treasure Hunt with QR codes, and transformed into little BookTubers, recording videos about their favorite books. Each activity was an adventure that explored the world of reading in an interactive and technological way. 📚🚀

World Connection

🌍 In the World: In today's world, reading and writing are constantly being transformed by digital tools such as social media, apps, and interactive games. Today's activities demonstrated how reading can be integrated with technology, making it more attractive and accessible for children. The connection between learning and the modern dynamics of social networks and digital platforms opens doors to new forms of engagement and expression. 📲

Practical Application

📘 Applications: Understanding how to use digital tools for reading and expression not only makes learning more enjoyable but also prepares students for a world where digital communication is essential. With each story told, clue solved, and video recorded, students develop important skills for their daily lives, such as creativity, teamwork, and communication skills. 🚀