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Planning a section of a narrative based on 'The Borrowers' (part 2)
Pupil outcome: I can plan a section of the build-up of ‘The Borrowers’. Key learning points: - The purpose of the build-up is to build action and suspense leading up to the climax. - In this section of the build-up, Arrietty explores the...
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Writing a poem about a place
Pupil outcome: I can write a poem about a place that has significance to me. Key learning points: - When writing a poem about a place, it’s important to paint a vivid picture of the setting through our description. - Sensory description...
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Reading and responding to 'Tempest Avenue' by Ian McMillan
Pupil outcome: I can read, respond to and perform the poem ‘Tempest Avenue' by Ian McMillan. Key learning points: - ‘Tempest Avenue’ can be described as a free verse poem; it contains 7 verses and is written in first person perspective....
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Planning the opening of 'The Iron Man'
Pupil outcome: I can plan the opening of a narrative based on ‘The Iron Man’. Key learning points: - The purpose of the opening is to engage the reader and to introduce the setting and characters. - When we plan, we note precise and...
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Performing 'The Tyger' by William Blake
Pupil outcome: I can perform the poem ‘The Tyger’ by William Blake. Key learning points: - ‘The Tyger’ is a fixed verse poem; each verse has a rhyme scheme of AABB & a clear syllable pattern when reading aloud. - Understanding a poem,...
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Writing the opening of 'The Iron Man'
Pupil outcome: I can write the opening of ‘The Iron Man’. Key learning points: - The opening of ‘The Iron Man’ introduces the protagonist and conveys a mysterious atmosphere within the setting. - The use of precise and ambitious...
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Creating atmosphere in dystopian descriptions
Pupil outcome: I can use personification to create an unsettling atmosphere. Key learning points: - Atmosphere is the tone or mood of a situation - Dystopias could have unsettling, bleak and oppressive atmospheres - Personification is a...
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Engaging with the opening chapter of 'The Iron Man'
Pupil outcome: I can engage with the opening chapter of ‘The Iron Man’. Key learning points: - ‘The Iron Man’ is a contemporary science fiction novel written by the author Ted Hughes. - Science fiction is a genre of fiction that involves...
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Performing your own poem inspired by big and small objects
Pupil outcome: I can perform a poem inspired by big and small objects. Key learning points: - Performing poetry to an audience is an important part of the process of creating poetry. - When performing poetry, you can vary your volume,...
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Planning a setting description based on 'A Christmas Carol'
Pupil outcome: I can generate precise vocabulary to plan a narrative setting description. Key learning points: - ‘A Christmas Carol’ is set in Victorian London during the Christmas period. - The atmosphere is the tone or mood created in...
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Engaging with the opening chapter of 'The BFG'
Pupil outcome: I can read aloud and discuss the opening chapter of 'The BFG’. Key learning points: - Reading aloud involves using an expressive voice, varying volume, emphasising keywords and using facial expressions. - Roald Dahl uses...
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Turning points in 'Escape from Pompeii'
Pupil outcome: I can explore how a turning point in a narrative affects a character’s emotions. Key learning points: - ‘Escape from Pompeii’ builds tension as the story progresses, drawing readers into the narrative of the eruption. -...
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Using figurative language and structure to create an unsettling atmosphere
Pupil outcome: I can write an unsettling description using a wide range of language devices, as well as punctuation and sentence types chosen for effect. Key learning points: - To plan an effective description, you should establish a...
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Reading 'The Twisted Tree': introducing the setting
Pupil outcome: I can identify and use pathetic fallacy to describe a setting and create a specific atmosphere. Key learning points: - Mormor's cabin is very isolated and the surrounding forest is dark. - A strange boy is living in the...
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Using adjectives and semantic fields to plan and write descriptive paragraphs
Pupil outcome: I can create a specific atmosphere by linking vocabulary choices and creating a semantic field. Key learning points: - Descriptive writing is designed create a clear atmosphere for the reader and paint a picture of an...
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Planning the opening to an impactful narrative
Pupil outcome: I can plan the opening to an impactful narrative. Key learning points: - Stories might have an impact on someone's life by changing their perspective, or revealing something about humanity. - All stories are composed of...
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Writing the opening to an impactful narrative
Pupil outcome: I can write the opening to an impactful narrative. Key learning points: - To create atmosphere, you might use similes, dialogue and motifs. - To avoid clichés, you might think about how you can add extra detail and sensory...
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Using sensory language to write effective descriptions
Pupil outcome: I can write an effective description using precise sensory imagery. Key learning points: - Sensory language can be used to enhance the atmosphere of a description. - Effective sensory language uses a variety of senses...
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Refining descriptions with semantic fields, present participles, and semicolons
Pupil outcome: I can edit and revise the content of a descriptive piece to improve it. Key learning points: - Proofreading is an active process that enables us to spot and correct errors in written work. - Changing your verbs and nouns...
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Writing a narrative opening based on 'How To Train Your Dragon'
Pupil outcome: I can use a plan to write the opening of a narrative based on ‘How To Train Your Dragon’. Key learning points: - The purpose of the opening is to engage the reader and introduce characters and plot. - Using a range of...
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Writing a setting description based on 'A Christmas Carol'
Pupil outcome: I can write a narrative setting description based on 'A Christmas Carol'. Key learning points: - The purpose of a setting description is to provide rich detail that creates an atmosphere for the reader. - Precise...
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Generating vocabulary to describe a setting in 'The Viewer'
Pupil outcome: I can generate vocabulary to describe a setting in ‘The Viewer’. Key learning points: - A setting is where or when a story takes place. - Atmosphere involves how a writer constructs their writing to convey emotions and...
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Reading, responding to&performing 'A Bird came down the Walk' by Emily Dickinson
Pupil outcome: I can perform the poem, using intonation and expression to convey meaning. Key learning points: - The poem describes a bird that comes down a garden path and interacts with the natural world around it. - ‘A Bird came down...
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Analysing the atmosphere at Thornfield Hall in ‘Jane Eyre’
Pupil outcome: I can analyse Brontë’s creation of atmosphere in her description of Thornfield Hall in ‘Jane Eyre’. Key learning points: - Atmosphere is the mood or feeling of a piece of writing. - We would expect to find an ominous or...