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The Directional knowledge skill in Grade 1 Reading Non-Fiction learning involves understanding how to navigate a text. This means recognizing text features such as titles, headings, table of contents, and knowing that we read from left to right and top to bottom. It helps students effectively locate and comprehend information within non-fiction texts.
To train Directional knowledge in Grade 1 students during non-fiction reading lessons, start with simple maps related to the content. Use physical activities like "Simon Says" with directional cues, and reading exercises that involve following instructions on a diagram or picture.
To test a Grade 1 student's directional knowledge skills, use simple, engaging activities such as having them follow verbal or pictorial instructions to move objects or themselves in specified directions (left, right, forward, backward). Incorporate games like "Simon Says" with directional commands, or use maps and treasure hunts where they must identify directions to locate objects.