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Pirate Reading Text (Upper)

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Overview:

A reading sheet for upper years students about the life of a pirate. The text will describe various aspects of pirate life, including the roles on board a pirate ship, daily routines, adventures and punishments.

Learning Objectives:

  • Improve reading comprehension skills by understanding the content.
  • Gain knowledge about historical pirate life and pirate ship roles.
  • Expand vocabulary through exposure to pirate-related terms and concepts.

How the Activity Works:

Students will read a passage about the life of a pirate, which may include details such as the pirate crew, the responsibilities of different roles (like the captain and first mate), daily activities on a pirate ship and punishments.

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