For further information, see the booklet Progression in key aspects of learning (Ref: 0524-2004) from Learning and teaching in the primary years.

Evaluation

As they read and compare the work of particular authors, children will express and justify their judgements about books and about the author's style.

Enquiry

Children will decide how to answer questions about an author by using different sources of information, surveys of opinion, etc.

Social skills

Children will participate in an extended group activity. They will take on a clearly defined role in the group, negotiate with others and reach agreement.

Self-awareness

Children will discuss and reflect on their personal responses to the texts.

Communication

Children will develop their ability to discuss as they work collaboratively in paired, group and whole-class contexts. They will communicate outcomes orally, in writing and through ICT if appropriate.