Enjoyment and choice
I regularly select and read, listen to or watch texts which I enjoy and find interesting, and I can explain why I prefer certain texts and authors. LIT 2-11a
Finding and using information
Through developing my knowledge of context clues, punctuation, grammar and layout, I can read unfamiliar texts with increasing fluency, understanding and expression. ENG 2-12a
Tools for reading
I can select and use a range of strategies and resources before I read, and as I read, to make meaning clear and give reasons for my selection. LIT 2-13a
Finding and using information
Using what I know about the features of different types of texts, I can find, select and sort information from a variety of sources and use this for different purposes. LIT 2-14a
Finding and using information
I can make notes, organise them under suitable headings and use them to understand information, develop my thinking, explore problems and create new texts, using my own words as appropriate. LIT 2-15a
Understanding, analysing and evaluating
To show my understanding across different areas of learning, I can identify and consider the purpose and main ideas of a text and use supporting detail. LIT 2-16a
Understanding, analysing and evaluating
To show my understanding, I can respond to literal, inferential and evaluative questions and other close reading tasks and can create different kinds of questions on my own. ENG 2-17a
Understanding, analysing and evaluating
To help me develop an informed view, I can identify and explain the difference between fact and opinion, recognise when I am being influenced, and have assessed how useful and believable my sources are. LIT 2-18a
Understanding, analysing and evaluating
I can:
discuss structure, characterisation and/or setting
recognise the relevance of the writer's theme and how this relates to my own and others experiences
discuss the writer's style and other features appropriate to genre ENG 2-19a