Stage 2 Unit 3 Component A - 'Wandi'

What's included:

Weeks 1-5 Teaching Slides

Weeks 1-5 Worksheets (no worksheets for required for week 4)

Weeks 1-5 Teaching Guides

BONUS!!!

This product also includes a bonus resource of a Pre-writing and Post-writing assessment task to complement the unit. The assessment Task is aligned to the Literacy Progressions.

Stage 2 Unit 3 Component A - Wandi, is an educational resource designed to enhance students' literacy skills, focusing on fluency, reading comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, creating text, and handwriting.

The fluency approach of the Wandi program, emphasises the ability to read text smoothly and with expression by understanding the meaning of punctuation and looking at modality words.

Reading comprehension activities within Wandi are designed to foster deep understanding, with tasks that require students to develop topic knowledge, use background information, infer and question ensuring they can grasp and interpret the text effectively.

Vocabulary development in Wandi is approached through exploring modality words and morphemic knowledge This multifaceted strategy aids students in understanding not just the meaning of words but also their structure and how they fit into language.

Spelling activities are designed to reinforce student's understanding, making use of word sorting, pattern recognition, and the spelling focuses.

Creating text is where students are encouraged to apply their literacy skills in producing their own written content. This component focuses on structuring ideas, using appropriate vocabulary, and employing correct grammar and punctuation, all while fostering creativity and personal expression.

Handwriting is integrated into this process, with activities designed to improve letter formation, alignment, and spacing, ensuring that students not only write well but also present their work neatly and legibly.

In summary, Stage 2 Unit 3 Component A - Wandi is a versatile literacy enhancement tool that addresses key aspects of literacy development. By focusing on fluency, reading comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, creating text, and handwriting, and grounding these in phonological, orthographic, and morphological knowledge, it offers a holistic approach to improving students' reading and writing abilities.

This unit is an invaluable resource for educators aiming to elevate their students' literacy skills in a comprehensive and engaging manner.