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Writing the diet section of a non-chronological report about aye-ayes
Pupil outcome: I can use my plan to write the diet section of a non-chronological report about aye-ayes. Key learning points: - A section of a non-chronological report contains specific information for the reader. - Writers can use a...
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Writing the opening of 'A Christmas Carol'
Pupil outcome: I can write a narrative opening based on ‘A Christmas Carol’. Key learning points: - The introduction of Scrooge’s character greatly contrasts the general Christmas atmosphere in the opening. - Precise vocabulary,...
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Writing part 1 of the climax of 'The Firework Maker's Daughter'
Pupil outcome: I can write a well-structured paragraph for part 1 of the climax. Key learning points: - The purpose of the climax is to describe the main action and take the suspense and excitement to its highest point. - Precise and...
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Rich vocabulary associated with beauty
Pupil outcome: I can use the words 'chiselled', 'dazzling' and 'impeccable' effectively in multiple contexts. Key learning points: - 'Chiselled' is an adjective which means perfectly carved or sculpted. - 'Dazzling' is an adjective which...
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Writing the second diary entry based on 'The Firework Maker's Daughter'
Pupil outcome: I can write my second diary entry from the perspective of Lila. Key learning points: - We use notes from our plan to form a range of sentence types. - Diary entries shift between past and present tense to explain what has...
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Analysing the features of a journalistic report
Pupil outcome: I can analyse important features of a journalistic report. Key learning points: - The purpose of a journalistic report is to provide information about a newsworthy event to its reader. - A newsworthy event is something...
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Rich vocabulary associated with the word disgusting
Pupil outcome: I can effectively use the words ‘rancid’ and ‘nauseating’ and other rich vocabulary associated with the word disgusting. Key learning points: - 'Rancid' is an adjective which means foul or rotten. - 'Nauseating' is an...
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Rich vocabulary associated with hot words
Pupil outcome: I can use the words 'clammy', 'gleaming' and 'oppressive' effectively in multiple contexts. Key learning points: - Clammy is an adjective which means soggy or moist. - Gleaming is an adjective which means shining or...
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Rich vocabulary associated with the word wet
Pupil outcome: I can effectively use the words 'submerged', 'drenched' and other rich vocabulary associated with being wet. Key learning points: - 'Submerged' is an adjective, which means to be completely underwater. - 'Drenched' is an...
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More rich vocabulary associated with clever or sly words
Pupil outcome: I can use the words 'discerning', 'innovative' and 'astute' effectively in multiple contexts. Key learning points: - 'Discerning' is an adjective which means clear-sighted or selective. - 'Innovative' is an adjective which...
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Three sentence types
Pupil outcome: I can say and write three different sentence structures. Key learning points: - A sentence composed of one main clause is a simple sentence. - There are four types of simple sentence: statement, question, command and...
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More rich vocabulary associated with wind words
Pupil outcome: I can use the words 'howl', 'whirlwind' and 'windswept' effectively in multiple contexts. Key learning points: - 'Howl' is a verb which means to cry or wail. - 'Whirlwind' is a noun which means a hurricane or tornado. -...
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Writing the second half of the climax and resolution of 'Beowulf and the dragon'
Pupil outcome: I can write the second half of the climax and resolution of ‘Beowulf and the dragon’, using a range of cohesive devices to connect ideas and using techniques to increase pace and tension. Key learning points: - Writing is...
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More rich vocabulary associated with beauty
Pupil outcome: I can use the words 'flawless', 'mesmerising' and 'statuesque' effectively in multiple contexts. Key learning points: - 'Flawless' is an adjective which means perfect or impeccable. - 'Mesmerising' is an adjective which...
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More rich vocabulary associated with cold words
Pupil outcome: I can use the words 'frosty', 'numbing' and 'penetrating' effectively in multiple contexts. Key learning points: - 'Frosty' is an adjective which means freezing or icy. - 'Numbing' is an adjective which means ice-cold or...
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Planning and writing the first section of an essay about the Windrush
Pupil outcome: I can use my research to plan and write the first section of an essay about the Windrush. Key learning points: - Writing is most successful when structure, content and vocabulary is planned. - Information in this section...
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Writing a stormy scene
Pupil outcome: I can write a descriptive scene about a dark, stormy night. Key learning points: - Sentences should be said aloud before writing to ensure they make sense and read back once written to check for errors. - Ambitious...
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Writing the introduction of an explanation text about the digestive system
Pupil outcome: I can write the introduction of an explanation text to explain how the digestive system works. Key learning points: - An introduction's purpose is to give general facts about the topic and to tell the reader what they will...
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Rich vocabulary associated with confidence
Pupil outcome: I can use the words 'assertive', 'audacious' and 'brazen' effectively in multiple contexts. Key learning points: - 'Assertive' is an adjective which means forceful or self-confident. - 'Audacious' is an adjective which...
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Editing the second half of a non-chronological report about Ancient Greeks
Pupil outcome: I can edit the second section and conclusion of a non-chronological report. Key learning points: - Editing is the process of making changes to improve writing. - When editing punctuation, missing or incorrect punctuation,...
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More rich vocabulary associated with heat
Pupil outcome: I can use the words 'relentless', 'scorching' and 'suffocating' effectively in multiple contexts. Key learning points: - Relentless is an adjective which means constant or non-stop. - Scorching is an adjective which means...
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Planning and writing the section about Harriet Tubman's early life
Pupil outcome: I can use my research and understanding of Harriet Tubman’s early life to plan and write a section of a biography. Key learning points: - In the sections, writers share detailed, specific information about an aspect of the...
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Writing the second section of an explanation text about the digestive system
Pupil outcome: I can write detailed paragraphs to explain what happens to food when it leaves the stomach. Key learning points: - The main paragraphs in an explanation text tell the reader how the process of digestion is carried out. -...
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Writing the opening of a journalistic report
Pupil outcome: I can write the opening of a journalistic report on 'Little Red Riding Hood'. Key learning points: - The opening paragraph of a journalistic report provides an overview of the news event. - The opening answers the...