HMS Reading Curriculum
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Reading Rails
Developing and supporting reading is at the core of all we do at HMS. Reading is a fundamental life skill and enables children to unlock their potential.
The Reading Rails maps are a fun, attractive and accessible way of promoting reading for pleasure. The routes are designed to guide children on their reading journeys, encouraging them to try new books and genres, while building reading stamina and confidence.
There are separate ‘Reading Rails’ for KS2 and KS3. The maps are clearly displayed around school, in the library and in classrooms. Children can record the books they have read in specially designed pages in their planners. Please take a look on page 31-35 of your child’s planner for more details and we hope this leads to many happy hours spent reading for pleasure and broadening your child’s reading horizons over the coming year.
Key Stage 2
Key Stage 3
Book Talk
Each form class enjoys two ‘Book Talk’ sessions a week. Novels have been carefully selected to promote an enjoyment of reading and to engage pupils in powerful discussion. All texts promote cultural diversity and inclusion, and themes are discussed in our twice weekly ‘Book Talk’ sessions. The sessions promote the essential skills of ‘Speaking’ and ‘Listening’.
HMS Reading Spine - English Curriculum
7 Top Tips to Support Reading at Home
Source: Education Endowment Foundation (EEF)
