Lesson Plan

Expressive Reading

Students will develop expressive reading skills by practicing reading aloud with clear emphasis, varied tone, and emotion to boost comprehension and public speaking abilities.

This lesson helps students engage with texts more deeply and builds confidence in public speaking while enhancing their interpretative skills.

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Preparation and Setup

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Expressive Reading

5 minutes

Step 2

Guided Reading Practice

15 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Game: Reading Charades

7 minutes

Step 4

Voice Reflection Cool-Down

3 minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome to Expressive Reading!

Introduce the concept of expressive reading by discussing the importance of tone, pace, and emotion. Ask students what they think these elements mean in terms of reading aloud.

Key Components

Explain each component: tone, pace, and emotion. Provide clear examples (e.g., reading a sentence with excitement vs. sadness) to show differences.

Show a short video clip or presentation slide that demonstrates expressive reading. The video can be a teacher model or an animated example. Use interactive prompts after the video to reinforce learning.

Interactive Practice

Discuss and model expressive reading with the class by reading a short, engaging passage. Encourage student participation by asking what changes they notice and feel.

Review & Reflect

Wrap up the slide deck by inviting questions and summarizing the key points. Use this time for a quick student reflection on what they've learned so far.

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Cool Down

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The Art of Reading Aloud

Taniya Henderson

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