Direct Speech in Literature
Direct speech, as with many writing concepts, is best taught through rich literature. That is why I have sourced examples of direct speech from 16 classic children's books.
On each of the cards, the speech mark punctuation has been left off - students can add them in using pen, whiteboard marker (in plastic sleeves), or using macaroni! A digital Google Slide version is also included so that you can display the excerpts on your interactive whiteboard and complete the tasks as a whole class!
Using such rich literature also expands vocabulary and may even inspire your students to read new texts!
Looking for lesson ideas? Read my blog post to find FIVE ways to use this resource!
Why Choose The Direct Speech in Literature?
- This resource exposes your students to so many amazing authors and texts and may even inspire them to read the books!
- Students can learn punctuation the most effective way - in context!
- Students can make it fun with macaroni, using the mini macaroni pasta to represent speech marks!
- Pages can be put into write and wipe sleeves and used during literacy rotations!
- Excerpts can be used as story starters for a new narrative!
- Posters can be printed and displayed around your classroom!
- Posters can be coloured in and glued into books!
What's Included?
- 16 excerpts from beloved texts including Harry Potter and Matilda
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