Lesson 2 - Reading a book - motivation

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo, vwo
• Leerjaar 2

Reading a book HV2

Reading a book - HV2 - lessons

Week 1: Choosing a book

Week 2: Final book choice & reading motivation

Week 3: Emotions and setting

Week 4: Grammar and vocabulary

Week 5: Example presentation

Week 6: Working independently + practicing

Week 7: Final deadline for book presentation

Goals of this lesson

At the end of this lesson you:

- have learned about the benefits of reading

- have picked a few good moments in your schedule to read

When you heard you had to read a book in English this week, how did you feel?

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OK... on a scale of 1 to 10, how motivated are you
to read a book in English?
(1 = not motivated at all; 10 = very motivated)

Tip

Don't assume that reading is boring or a

waste of time... give it a chance and you might discover that it is actually

quite relaxing and cool.  No (mobile) screen in your face, no constant

interruptions with nonsense messages, just some "me" time...

Did you know that reading is the best way to improve your (English) language skills!  No grammar rules... just pure pleasure and hopefully, a great story that will take you into another world!

Reading a book - HV2 - The task

The task consists of three parts:

1. Emotions chart
   You will keep track while reading and fill it in during class.
   
2. Moodboard setting
   You will collect pictures that match the setting while reading
   
3. Presentation
   After finishing the book you will use the emotions chart and
   moodboard to present the story of your book.
   

Reading motivation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hm5TJxub0IE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-jzAyOO6d4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hm5TJxub0IE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-jzAyOO6d4

Have you ever been inspired by book tok?

What could book tok bring you? How can it inspire people? What are advantages of book tok?

Can book tok also have disadvantages?

Why is reading books good for you?

Scientifically proven benefits of reading books

• Reading strengthens your brain
• Reading improves concentration
  
• Reading builds your vocabulary
• Readings helps to reduce stress
• Reading may help you live longer

First things first...
Write the title & author of the book you've chosen
(if you have already made a choice)

If you have chosen a book, what is the genre of your book?
If you have not chosen a book yet, what kind of genre
are you interested in?
...romance, action, detective, mystery, fantasy, historical fiction, horror, humor, biography, autobiography, thriller, adventure…

Tip

When you think you have found a good and

interesting book, read 2-3 pages to see if the level of English is OK for you.  It shouldn't be too hard, but it shouldn't be too easy either...

And remember, you don't have to understand every single word on a page...

True or False...
The teacher has to approve your
book before you start reading.

1. True
2. False

How much do you like the
topic (onderwerp) of your book?

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How difficult do you think your book will be?

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Good book checklist:

• You like the topic/genre of the book
  

• The book is not too difficult (but also not too easy!)
  

If your book doesn't check both of these requirements, consider getting a different book. You can still change now but remember, it's time to start reading as of next week!

Where and how to read

What do you think
is a good reading
setting?

Reading setting

• Go offline, put your electronics away
• Set a timer
• Read together
• Create a cosy setting

Tip: Is there an audio version of

your book? This may help while reading

Think about a setting for yourself to read... You will read at least 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time without your phone/laptop.
1) When will you do this? 2) Where will you read?

Reading moments

The three reading moments you've decided on...

note them in your agenda!

Your homework for the coming weeks is to read at least

three times a week for 30 minutes each time.

Any questions?

Time left?

1. If you have already picked a book, use the remainder of the time to read quietly.
2. If you have picked a book you don't like, go to the 'mediatheek' and find a different book. Read the blurb text and 2 or 3 pages, to see if you like this book and make sure it isn't too easy or too difficult.
   
3. If you haven't picked a book yet, go to the 'mediatheek' and find a book to your liking. Read the blurb text and 2 or 3 pages, to see if you might like this book. Also make sure it isn't too easy or too difficult.
   

Homework Tuesday the 12th of November

- Finish this LessonUp, please.

- Make sure to pick a book and note down your author + book title in this LessonUp, so I can check your book choice!