Homework Check

1. Read out your summary for Chapter 3 of How to Train your Dragon

2. Answer quiz questions to check your understanding of the chapter

Quiz on last week's vocab

Spelling quiz

Reading comprehension

Non-fiction, informative text

The Importance of Sleep

Sleep is essential for staying healthy and performing well in daily life. Scientists recommend that children get at least 9–11 hours of sleep each night to help their brains and bodies grow. When we sleep, our bodies repair themselves, and our minds process what we have learned during the day.

Lack of sleep can make people feel tired, cranky, and unable to concentrate in school. Studies show that students who do not get enough sleep may struggle with memory, problem-solving, and even their mood.

To sleep well, experts suggest having a regular bedtime, avoiding screens before bed, and keeping the bedroom quiet and dark. Good sleep habits help people feel more focused and energetic the next day.

• Why do people need sleep?

• What happens when we don’t get enough sleep?

• How can we improve our sleep habits?

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In persuasive writing, we express our opinion and try to convince others to agree with us.

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Persuasive writing

Should schools start later in the morning to allow students to sleep more?

• Opinion: Schools should start later to help students get enough sleep.

• Reason 1: Many students do not get enough sleep, which affects their focus in class.

• Reason 2: Studies show that students who sleep well perform better in school.

• Reason 3: ...

​Writing evidence

• Reason 1: Many students do not get enough sleep, which affects their focus in class.

Evidence:
For example, when I don't sleep for 8 hours, I cannot concentrate on what the teacher is saying. Whenever she gives an instruction, I tend to zone out because I am so tired and I miss important steps on what to do.