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Body Paragraph of an Informative Text | EasyTeaching
Learn how to structure a body paragraph for an informative text. In this lesson, we break down the three essential parts of a body paragraph: the topic sentence, supporting sentences, and the concluding sentence.Discover how to write...
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Writing a full descriptive piece: ‘The Execution of Lady Jane Grey' as stimulus
Pupil outcome: I can write a well-structured and developed piece of descriptive writing inspired by the painting, ‘The Execution of Lady Jane Grey’. Key learning points: - In descriptive writing, sometimes developing the description of...
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Planning and writing the conclusion of a biography about Harriet Tubman
Pupil outcome: I can use my research to plan and write the conclusion of a biography about Harriet Tubman. Key learning points: - A conclusion summarises the key points of the paragraphs preceding it - no new information should be...
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Planning and writing the conclusion of an essay about the Windrush
Pupil outcome: I can use my research and understanding of this historical event to plan and write the conclusion of an essay. Key learning points: - The conclusion is the final paragraph of a non-fiction text. - Information in the...
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Planning and writing the conclusion of an essay about early Islamic civilisation
Pupil outcome: I can use my research and understanding of this historical period to plan and write the conclusion of an essay. Key learning points: - The conclusion is the final paragraph of a non-fiction text. - Information in the...
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Vivid descriptive writing using Ian Beck's ‘Propping Up The Line’ as stimulus
Pupil outcome: I can write a vivid description inspired by Ian Beck's 'Propping Up The Line' which captures some of Alfred’s experiences and memories of the front line. Key learning points: - Many writers use vivid description to convey...
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Comparing views in ‘The Soldier’, ‘In Flanders Fields’ and ‘The Gift of India’
Pupil outcome: I can make detailed comparisons between how Brooke, Naidu and McCrae present ideas around war and the experience of dying at war. Key learning points: - Both Naidu and Brooke personify their respective countries but they...
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'Jekyll and Hyde': planning a successful essay
Pupil outcome: I can plan an essay response, showing a clear understanding of key terms which structure a successful plan. Key learning points: - Annotate an essay question so you know its focus. - A successful plan follows a clear...
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Planning an essay on the role of fate in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'
Pupil outcome: I can plan an answer to a question on the inevitability of fate in Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Key learning points: - Arguably, Shakespeare presents fate as inevitable throughout ‘Romeo and Juliet’. - Act 5, Scene 3...
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Analysing ideas of violence and honour in Act 3, Scene 1 of 'Romeo and Juliet'
Pupil outcome: I can explain how violence and honour are presented in Act 3, Scene 1 of ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Key learning points: - Arguably, Shakespeare opens Act 3, Scene 1 with the expectation of violence through the pathetic fallacy...
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Exploring Mr Utterson's dream in Stevenson's 'Jekyll and Hyde'
Pupil outcome: I can analyse the dream settings in ‘Jekyll and Hyde’. Key learning points: - Mr. Utterson’s dream is full of images of evil and violence. - Stevenson writes the dream sequence in quick moving prose to mimic the shifting...
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Planning an excellent 'Animal Farm' essay
Pupil outcome: I can effectively plan an 'Animal Farm' essay. Key learning points: - Annotate the key theme or character from the question with the writer's message. - A successful plan follows a clear structure. - A thesis is a clear...
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Analysing the poem 'The Farmer's Bride' by Charlotte Mew
Pupil outcome: I can write about the dysfunctional relationship in 'The Farmer's Bride'. Key learning points: - Mew uses a simile to convey the fear the wife feels towards her husband. - Mew uses a semantic field of natural imagery to...
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Using synonyms and expanded noun phrases to craft effective descriptions
Pupil outcome: I can use small strategies to improve the cohesion of my descriptive writing. Key learning points: - Synonyms can be used to avoid repeating a subject e.g. 'The trees'. - Supporting details should be used to describe the...
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Planning an essay on societal expectations in ‘An Inspector Calls’
Pupil outcome: I can create a detailed plan for an essay on societal expectations in 'An Inspector Calls'. Key learning points: - A thesis statement is a clear, overarching argument. - Topic sentences give focus to individual paragraphs....
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Main Idea | Summarising | Reading Strategies
Learn how to determine the main idea of a text. Similar to summarising, this is an important reading strategy that helps readers comprehend texts
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WRITE AN AWESOME BODY PARAGRAPH: Strong Example of Argumentative Structure (3 EASY Steps)
Organizing a basic paragraph can be very difficult.....that is why I am here to help you write an awesome body paragraph! In this video, I provide a clear example of how to format and organize a paragraph for beginners in 3 easy...
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How to End and Transition a Paragraph with Closing & Concluding Sentences
In this video, I break down how to write a concluding sentence to end your paragraph. It is important to summarize the main idea, draw conclusions, and transition smoothly to the next paragraph. I give you two examples of how to write...
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Creating a Memorable Conclusion for Your Persuasive Essay
In this video, the teacher explains how to make a persuasive essay memorable by focusing on the conclusion. The teacher guides the students through the revision and editing process, emphasizing the importance of a clear ending that...
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Writing Effective Body Paragraphs for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher provides a step-by-step guide on how to write effective body paragraphs for an argumentative essay. The lesson focuses on converting planned points into meaningful sentences, using transitions to improve flow,...
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Writing Effective Body Paragraphs for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher explains how to write effective body paragraphs for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of a strong topic sentence and provide step-by-step guidance on how to develop and support the topic...
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Learn Zillion: Drafting a Strong Conclusion
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude your essay by leaving your reader with a "NIP." [5:10]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Draft a Strong Conclusion
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude your essay by leaving your reader with a "NIP." [5:25]