Tuesday

Tuesday 6th January 2026

Grammar

When the toast was ready, ....

 

Before the egg hatches, .....

 

After the brake pedal is pressed, .....

 

While the boy sang, .....

 

Because it was too late, ....

Main

LC: To read and respond to a range of explanation texts.

What are explanation texts?

Explanation texts are pieces of writing that explain something. They might tell you how or why something happens, or give information on how to do something.

Some examples are:

• information books or leaflets
• recipes
• or current affairs articles
• guides and manuals

Whole Class

We are going to read some of the explanation texts below.

First, we need to identify and explore any unfamiliar vocabulary.

Next, we need to highlight the conjunctions.

Finally, we need to note down the key information. 

3B English - Spr 1 - Explanation Texts

 

 

Tuesday 6th January 2026

RIC

R - Why is it called a glow-worm?

I - How do you think Hetty was feeling when she asked why she didn't have a little light inside her body?

C - Can you find a conjunction in the text?

Main 

LC: To predict what might happen from details stated.

As we read, we naturally make predictions (guesses) about things like what is going to happen next or what does this word mean.

We use clues in what we have already read to make these predictions. These clues are called context.

If a character forgets their umbrella and the sky is dark, "What do you think might happen next?"

REMEMBER...

A prediction isn’t what you want to happen next, it’s what you think will happen next, based on the story.

Stay true to what you know and don’t let your imagination run away with you!

Whole Class

Emily and her family were preparing for a big snowstorm. The news said it would be the biggest storm of the year. Emily was excited but a little worried too.

Prediction Question:

What do you think Emily’s family will do to get ready for the storm?

• A) They will ignore the warnings and do nothing.
• B) They will gather food, blankets, and flashlights.
• C) They will plan a trip to the beach.

Sophia’s parents surprised her with a brand-new bicycle for her birthday. It was shiny and blue, with a basket on the front. Sophia couldn’t wait to ride it.

Prediction Question:

What do you think Sophia will do first with her new bicycle?

• A) She will put it in the garage and forget about it.
• B) She will ride it around the neighbourhood to show her friends.
• C) She will take it to school and leave it there.

Independent

Circle the correct answer.

Jake was carrying a glass of milk to the table when he tripped over his dog’s toy and spilled the milk all over the floor.

Prediction Question:

What do you think Jake will do after spilling the milk?

• A) He will clean up the mess right away.
• B) He will leave the milk on the floor and walk away.
• C) He will pour another glass of milk and ignore the spill.
• D) He will blame his brother for the mess.

Circle the correct answer.

Jack and Emma found an old map in their attic. The map showed a trail leading to a big "X" in the middle of a forest. They were curious and wanted to explore.

Prediction Question:

What do you think Jack and Emma will do with the map?

• A) They will ignore the map and put it back in the attic.
• B) They will follow the trail to see what’s at the "X."
• C) They will give the map to their teacher.
• D) They will throw the map away.