Understand that the pronunciation, spelling and meanings of words have histories and change over time
A prompt for students to use when orally discussing books.
A 3 page inquiry research task in which students identify the advantages and disadvantages of having the Olympics in their own city.
44 Bloom's Taxonomy fast finisher activity cards.
A persuasive speech writing task, based around real-world issues affecting children.
A poster giving tips on how to deliver an effective speech.
This English unit addresses the common elements of poetry and explores how these may be applied to shape poems, limericks, odes and simple ballads.
A 60 minute lesson in which students will explore their preconceived ideas and attitudes towards poetry.
A 60 minute lesson in which students will develop an understanding of what constitutes poetry.
A 60 minute lesson in which students will present a persuasive speech to the class using appropriate oral presentation skills.
This English unit addresses the genre of persuasion; specifically, how to write an effective persuasive text.