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Below are top tips for Reading Aloud:

 Always encourage pupils to choose books that they genuinely enjoy reading. They should read out their favourite part of the story, which should ideally contain dialogue. Try to steer them towards an exciting part of the book where something interesting is happening.  As with the talk and poem, we recommend working in small groups or pairs. Practising their chosen book in class will build confidence.  Help pupils to vary the pitch, pace and volume of their readings to make the delivery interesting. Pauses will also give listeners time to take in information.  When practising in class, pupils should also be guided about introducing the book. They should give the title of their chosen book and the author’s name.

 Please see the Suggested Choices section for a list of recommended books.

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