Learning intention
- explore the contribution of images and words to meaning in stories and informative texts
Foundation English · AC9EFLA07
Explore the contribution of images and words to meaning in stories and informative texts
recognising that texts can be interpreted differently when only the words or only the images are read or viewed
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AC9EFLA07 - AC9EFLA07: Explore the contribution of images and words to meaning in stories and informative texts
Example 1
recognising that texts can be interpreted differently when only the words or only the images are read or viewed
Example 2
identifying where written text is reflected in accompanying images and where written text is not captured in images
Example 3
Picture clue + word clue: Picture card: dark clouds Words: It might rain. Meaning: weather is changing
Example 4
Use the skill in reading, speaking or writing: Explain what the words tell and what the picture adds. Picture card: dark clouds Words: It might rain. Meaning: weather is changing
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Elaboration expansion and examples 1
- E1: recognising that texts can be interpreted differently when only the words or only the images are read or viewed
- E2: identifying where written text is reflected in accompanying images and where written text is not captured in images
- Picture clue + word clue: Picture card: dark clouds Words: It might rain. Meaning: weather is changing
Elaboration expansion and examples 2
- Use the skill in reading, speaking or writing: Explain what the words tell and what the picture adds. Picture card: dark clouds Words: It might rain. Meaning: weather is changing
- Teacher model: Read or say the first card. Ask: what does this show?
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AC9EFLA07 · AC9EFLA07: Explore How Images and Words Build Meaning
Learning focus: Explore the contribution of images and words to meaning in stories and informative texts. Students identify what each mode adds, then combine picture and word clues to explain the fuller meaning.
Model it: Use the skill in reading, speaking or writing: Explain what the words tell and what the picture adds. Picture card: dark clouds Words: It might rain. Meaning: weather is changing
Ask the learner: What is the main idea of images and words work together?
Look for: The learner can Explore the contribution of images and words to meaning in stories and informative texts. Students identify what each mode adds, then combine picture and word clues to explain the fuller meaning in a fresh example and explain the evidence or reasoning without copying the model.
If they are stuck: If the learner guesses or repeats a rule without evidence, return to the concrete or visual model and ask them to explain what each part shows.
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Assessment-style questions and review hints 1
Questions
- What is the main idea of images and words work together?
- Which example shows the skill?
Review hints
- Remember: Explore how picture clues and words work together
- Use the routine: Look at picture card → Read words → Combine clues → Explain meaning
Assessment-style questions and review hints 2
Questions
- What is one common mix-up?
- How can you check your answer?
Review hints
- Before answering: point to the clue in the spoken words, written sentence, image, page layout or text purpose.
- Self-check: change the example slightly and see whether the same reasoning still works.
Exit ticket
- Name the skill
- Use a model example
- Try independently
- Explain evidence
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- explore the contribution of images and words to meaning in stories and informative texts
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