Books to improve your English: Sci-fi and fantasy edition

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Are you a fan of science fiction and fantasy books? These genres are not only very entertaining but can also help you improve your English skills. You can enhance your language proficiency by reading books with captivating storytelling, unique vocabulary and imaginative concepts.

Following on from 9 great novels to help improve your English, we've gathered a list of great sci-fi and fantasy books that will transport you to amazing worlds and improve your language skills.

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Books to improve your English: Sci-fi and fantasy edition
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This is an excellent option if you're searching for a classic sci-fi novel. This exciting book can help improve your vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing skills, critical thinking, and understanding of cultural and historical contexts. The exciting story of Martian invaders will captivate you, showcasing creative storytelling and making you appreciate the English language.

A captivating novel for young adults that combines science fiction and fantasy, featuring time travel and otherworldly adventures. L'Engle's writing style is straightforward, making it an ideal choice for those learning English. Explore its fascinating themes and vivid imagery to improve your language skills.

If you want a gripping sci-fi book about war, leadership and morals, try reading 'Ender's Game'. This book has it all, from thrilling action sequences to intriguing characters, and provides ample food for thought. Additionally, immersing yourself in this book can enhance your English language skills, expand your vocabulary and hone your critical thinking abilities.

This well-known magical world needs no introduction. The Harry Potter series follows a young wizard on his adventure through a fantastical realm of spells, friendship and excitement. The language is simple, the story is engaging and the characters are lively. This makes it perfect for English learners wanting to improve and pick up an easy-to-read novel.

An excellent choice for English learners seeking an insightful and challenging read. This science fiction novel can enhance your English vocabulary, reading comprehension, critical thinking and analysis skills.?The text explores various writing styles and techniques, while also exploring cultural and social themes that can challenge your perception of reality and the world. ‘Ubik’ offers a thought-provoking and mind-bending experience for those willing to explore its depths.

For an entertaining and light-hearted read, check out Douglas Adams' ‘The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy’. It's a science fiction series that uses humor, satire and adventure to tell its story. Adams' clever writing, wordplay and humor make it a fun way to explore the English language with a lighter touch.

For those seeking a challenge this is a classic example of the fantasy genre. This book takes readers on an exciting journey through Middle-earth, complete with intricate world-building, vivid descriptions and unique characters. Read it to improve your vocabulary and comprehension skills while immersing yourself in a timeless story of good versus evil.

Want something set on earth and with historical references? '11/22/63' is a sci-fi book that mixes time travel and history, making it a great read for English learners who are interested in modern history. This book introduces readers to a range of new vocabulary, helps improve reading comprehension and exposes the reader to the book's setting of 60's America.

If you’re looking for an immersive reading experience, check out Christopher Paolini's 'The Inheritance Cycle' series of books. This young adult fantasy series helps readers learn new words, understand stories better, follow character growth and enjoy detailed world creation. As you follow Eragon's story, you'll learn about writing techniques and the magic of storytelling in epic proportions.

Sci-fi and fantasy books take you to new worlds and enhance language skills with complex ideas and varied vocabulary. It can also help with understanding English pop culture references too. Try these books and let your English ability soar to new and unexplored heights.

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    How can teachers encourage parents to get kids reading at home?

    提交者 Donatella Fitzgerald MBE

    “Sharing a story with your child is one of the most incredible things you can do for them.” – .

    Research shows that getting kids reading at home can increase their reading ability at school – and improve their overall well-being. Parents and guardians can make a big difference. But how can teachers encourage parents to get their children to read more at home? We explore some strategies you can use.

    Tell parents about the benefits

    Reading can give children a break from technology-centered activities. It can help them to relax and unwind; reading a book can make children laugh and feel happier! Through hearing stories, children are also exposed to a rich and broad vocabulary.

    “It is important for teachers to establish contact with parents as much as possible and give very clear guidelines on the benefits of reading, and how they can create a reading routine and help their children read at home,” says Kasia Janitz-De La Rue, Product Development Director at 蜜桃app.

    So, encourage parents to find time for a reading routine. Just before bedtime is a great time, as .

    Give parents practical ideas for reading strategies

    Encourage parents to read with and not to their child. It doesn’t matter how long they set aside to read – just 10 minutes of quality reading time can make a big difference.

    Here are a few tips concrete reading tips for teachers to share with parents:

    • Ask children lots of questions while reading.
    • Use encouragement and praise to keep children engaged. Saying things like “what fantastic ideas” or “you thought so carefully about that, what might happen now?"?will keep their minds working.
    • Use their past experiences to talk about what’s being read. Things like “have you learnt about…at school?” or “do you remember when we watched…and found out about…?” are good conversation starters.
    • Tune in and listen to children, and be curious about their interests. “I didn’t know you knew so much about…” or “I love reading stories about…with you,” are good phrases to keep in mind.

    It’s also a great idea to share online resources with parents. You can also suggest that parents look up read-aloud YouTube videos featuring authors, teachers or librarians reading their favorite stories. This way, children can watch and listen as often as they like.

    Recommend graded readers

    Graded readers are books that use language in line with a child‘s learning level. They can help children build confidence, and help slowly expose them to authentic reading levels.

    Encourage parents to identify what genre their child is interested in and show them the readers available. Each time parents see their children move up a level, they’re sure to see their children’s love for reading grow.

    Suggest before, during, and after reading activities

    Before reading

    Parents can take turns with their children to predict what the story is about – or what will happen next. Here is an activity teachers may suggest they try:

    “Start with the cover of the book and the blurb on the back cover. Reveal the cover slowly to ask the child what they can see. Ask them to guess what is on the cover. Once they have seen the cover, ask them questions about the images on the cover – who, what, why, where and how?”

    While reading

    Remind parents to focus on their children’s reading comprehension by using strategies like prediction, questioning, clarifying, and summarising. Teachers can ask parents to:

    • check ideas and understanding as the child reads: ‘So, you think that….’ ‘Did you expect…to happen?’ ‘Why do you think that happened?’
    • use the pictures in the book to help with comprehension
    • describe what is happening and talk about the characters.

    After reading

    Don’t forget: parents can continue to explore the book’s topic once reading time is done! A few ideas to share with parents include:

    • organising a puppet show for family members and siblings after making puppets of the characters in the book
    • having children draw a picture of their favorite character or their favorite page in the story
    • encouraging children to express their opinion on the book.