EnglishYear 6Reading

Read classic literature and heritage texts

Read and appreciate classic literature and texts from the literary heritage, understanding their significance

What you'll learn

  1. 1

    Imagine a dusty old book 📖 in your grandparent's attic — it's a classic!

  2. 2

    What makes a book a 'classic'?

  3. 3

    Read this sentence from a classic: 'It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.' 📝

  4. 4

    Let's look at a classic story opening together. 🕵️

  5. 5

    What can you spot in a classic story that's different from a modern one?

  6. 6

    Match these classic words to their modern meanings. 🧩

  7. 7

    Which word means 'you' in old English?

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