Inferring meaning from images in 'Mirror'
I can infer meaning from images in ‘Mirror’.
Inferring meaning from images in 'Mirror'
I can infer meaning from images in ‘Mirror’.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- In the Western story, panels are designed to be read from left to right; the Moroccan story is read from right to left.
- Looking for contextual clues help us to infer meaning from images.
- Inferring meaning can help us to build our understanding of the story.
- Drawing comparisons between images helps us to understand their meaning.
Common misconception
Pupils may make generalisations based on the gender of the parents.
Explain that it can be harmful to make assumptions based on gendered stereotypes. Family structures are different and unique. Explain that both mothers and fathers can perform a variety of actions.
Keywords
Western - refers to countries in the west part of the world and those with historical, political or cultural links with Western countries
Moroccan - refers to something or someone associated with the country of Morocco, located in North Africa
Inference - to use clues from within the text to draw conclusions
Panel - refers to a distinct section or frame that contains a specific scene or moment in the story
Equipment
You need a copy of the 2010 Walker Books edition of ‘Mirror’ created by Jeannie Baker, for this lesson.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
6 Questions
refers to countries in the west part of the world and those connected
refers to something or someone associated with the country of Morocco
to use clues from within the text to draw conclusions
read from right-to-left
read from left-to-right