"The Gruffalo Literacy PowerPoints: Supporting ASD, SLD, and PMLD Learning"

Week 1: Reading

Introduce the theme of diversity and understanding differences through a discussion about “The Gruffalo” and the various characters in the story.
Use visuals to illustrate the different creatures and emphasize their unique characteristics.
Reading Activities with Inprint (Symbol-supported Text)

Provide the story of “The Gruffalo” in an accessible format, such as Inprint, for students with diverse learning needs.
Engage students in reading activities focused on the Inprint version, incorporating visuals to aid comprehension.

Differentiated Questions and Active Participation
Present differentiated questions to accommodate various reading levels and abilities, encouraging active participation through pointing and answering questions.
Allow students to share their interpretations of the story and discuss how the characters in the book are different from each other.
Reflection and Themed Song

Week 2: Engaging in Speaking and Listening

Importance of Communication and Listening Skills

Discuss the importance of communication and listening skills, drawing examples from “The Gruffalo” and the interactions between characters.
Conduct listening exercises with visual support to aid comprehension, such as listening to audio clips of the story accompanied by visual cues.
Interactive Dialogues and Group Discussions

Provide opportunities for students to express themselves verbally through interactive dialogues and group discussions about the story and its themes.
Conclude with a themed song that promotes inclusivity and effective communication.

Week 3: Writing

Power of Self-Expression Through Writing

Introduce the power of self-expression through writing, using “The Gruffalo” as inspiration for creative writing activities.
Use colorful semantics and visual prompts to support comprehension and help students generate ideas for their writing.
Differentiated Writing Activities and Comprehension Questions

Offer differentiated options in writing activities based on individual abilities, providing support as needed.
Include comprehension questions to assess understanding of the written text and encourage critical thinking.
Inclusion of Themed Song

Conclude the session with a themed song that celebrates individuality and creativity, reinforcing the importance of expressing oneself through writing.
By integrating “The Gruffalo” into these literacy activities, students will not only engage with the story but also gain valuable insights into the theme of diversity and understanding differences, while developing their reading, speaking, listening, and writing skills.