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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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Adding Absolute Phrases to Enhance Descriptive Writing
In this video, the teacher explains how writers use absolute phrases to enhance their writing by focusing the reader's attention on specific images. The teacher provides examples and guides students in adding absolute phrases to...
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IELTS Reading: Matching Paragraph Information
In this video, the teacher explains the concept of matching paragraph information in the reading module of the IELTS exam. They discuss the different types of statements that can be matched with information in the passage and provide...
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Improve Descriptive Writing with Figurative Devices | EasyTeaching
New ReviewFigurative language devices and other imagery techniques make writing more interesting.In this video, we explore six key figurative language devices—metaphors, similes, hyperbole, personification, alliteration, and onomatopoeia—and break...
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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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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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Mastering the Art of Writing Business Letters in Classic Polish Style
New ReviewDescription: In this instructional video, viewers are guided on how to write a business letter in a classic Polish style. The video emphasizes the formal and structured nature of business letters, highlighting their versatility for...
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Using shifts in focus and single paragraph outlines to plan descriptive writing
Pupil outcome: I can use single paragraph outlines to plan a written response. Key learning points: - Consider using paragraphs to zoom in and out of key details, in your description - Imagery can be used to link your paragraphs,...
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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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Writing paragraph one of an emotive narrative scene in 'Whale Rider'
Pupil outcome: I can write paragraph one of an emotive narrative scene in the climax of ‘Whale Rider’. Key learning points: - This emotive scene is written over two paragraphs and it is important to demonstrate a change in atmosphere...
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Emulating Murakami’s craft to write a descriptive opening
Pupil outcome: I can write an engaging descriptive opening paragraph using an omniscient perspective and extended metaphor. Key learning points: - Using an omniscient perspective allows the reader to be more immersed in a scene...
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Using emotion-led plot and detailed description to write an excellent narrative
Pupil outcome: I can write an excellent narrative using an emotion-led plot and detailed descriptions. Key learning points: - Narratives that try to tell too much story are often unsuccessful - Using an emotion-led narrative will help...
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Planning a description of a dystopian setting
Pupil outcome: I can plan an effective description of a dystopian setting. Key learning points: - Descriptions should include minimal action. - An effective way to include character is with one small character action, for example,...
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Exploring Walter de la Mare's poem 'Brueghel's Winter'
Pupil outcome: I can write a descriptive paragraph inspired by Bruegel's painting 'The Hunters in the Snow' and Walter de la Mare's poem 'Breughel’s Winter'. Key learning points: - Walter de la Mare's 'Brueghel’s Winter' is an ekphrastic...
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English Essentials - Destroying Drama - Essential Techniques for Analysing Drama (Stage 5, Years/Grades 9-10)
In this second lesson, we’ll dominate the essential techniques in theatrical drama. Our main focus will be on how playwrights create characterisation, use staging and the conventions of genre. The lesson includes quick revision of basic...
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Planning fiction writing about a malevolent character
Pupil outcome: I can plan a piece of fiction writing using a success criteria. Key learning points: - Single paragraph outlines are a useful tool for planning writing. - When you plan writing, you should plan the vocabulary that you will...
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Planning the duel scene
Pupil outcome: I can plan the structure and content of a piece of narrative writing, showing the duel from Act III Scene 1 of 'Romeo and Juliet'. Key learning points: - We are planning a narrative retelling of the duel scene in Act III...
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QQT and PASA for AP Physics Explained
Qualitative/Quantitative Translation (QQT) and Paragraph Argument Short Answer (PASA) are explained and examples are given.
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Creating Vivid Images: Using Concrete Details in Writing
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of using concrete details in writing to help readers visualize a text. They provide examples and guide the viewers through an exercise to identify and rewrite sentences with abstract...
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English Essentials - Destroying Drama - 'Big Picture' Questions to ask in Dramatic Analysis (Stage 4, Years/Grades 7-8)
Join us in our first lesson on Destroying Drama. We’ll explore the world of plays and playwrights, starting with information flow – how do we figure out what’s going on in a play? We’ll also break down a common play structure with the...
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Adding Details for Flow in Writing
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of adding details to create flow in a story. They provide examples and guide students through revising a draft to improve the clarity and coherence of the narrative. The goal is to help...
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Analysing John Turner from ‘The Boscombe Valley Mystery’
Pupil outcome: I can make inferences about John Turner from ‘The Boscombe Valley Mystery’. Key learning points: - John Turner used to be a bushranger: an armed robber that stole gold. - Some members of the public had sympathy towards...
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Expository Writing 1
Expository Writing explains the purpose of expository writing and lists examples of focused, specific topics for expository writing.
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KS2 Primary English Age 9-13 - Writing: Writing to Explain - Explained
SchoolOnline's Primary English videos are brilliant, bite-size tutorial videos delivered by examiners and skilled teachers. Ideal for ages 9-13, they cover every key skill in English Reading and Writing that students need to master in...