Lesson Planning
Core: Oral and written versions of traditional tales
English Year 1/2
This unit is part of
Year 1/2 Mixed Age English Planning Chinese New Year
Group Readers
The Race Across the River
This beautifully illustrated retelling of the traditional tale explains how each year came to be named after an animal. The Jade Emperor’s birthday celebration turns into an exciting race across the river. Which order will the animals arrive in? This lovely story offers an opportunity to discuss place numbers, as well as fitting in perfectly with teaching about Chinese New Year.
You Will Need
Essential Texts
The Great Race by Emily Hiles
The Runaway Wok by Ying Chang Compestine
River Race Hamilton oral story on our YouTube channel
Hamilton Group Reader
The Race Across the River by Ruth Merttens