English Week 7
This week we are
going to be writing a set of instructions!
We are going to be
using some of those skills... but with a twist!
Have any of you
heard or seen the story of How to Train your Dragon?
Well we are going
to create our own instructions of How to Train your Dolphin! We can give these
to Jim and the other children from our story.
Usually, when we
write instructions, it’s for something we already know how to do. But, unless there’s
something you’re not telling me, to write these instructions you are going to
have to use your imaginations!
You can be very
creative with your writing this week, but I would like you to make sure that
your dolphin training happens in the sea (just like the story) and not in a
pool.
Underneath are
some examples of creative (silly) instructions of ‘how to’ that might help you
with your learning this week!
(click on them to make bigger)
Lesson 1
LO: To give verbal
instructions
What are
instructions? Why do we write them? When do we use them?
Can you discuss
these questions with your grown up or have a little think?
To help you
understand what instructions are, it’s useful for you to give them!
Task
This is a verbal
task, so you don’t have to write it down, you could video yourself to send to
the blog if you would like!
Can you give your
grown up or sibling instructions to complete a simple task?
It might be to
wash their hands, or brush their teeth.
They have to act
like a robot and only complete the instructions you give them.
Or you could swap
partners and follow some instructions that your grown-ups give you… but
remember you have to listen carefully to follow exactly what they say.
Lesson 2
LO: To create a
writing tool kit
Before we write
our instructions we need to understand what will make them effective.
Watch the video
below for a great explanation and example.
Task 1
Can you write a
list of features you are going to include in your instructions?
Task 2
To help create
your writing toolkit it is important that you understand a command sentence.
A command sentence
is a sentence that includes an imperative (bossy) verb.
Example
Sit down over
there.
Stir the mixture
good and long.
Can you write 6
command sentences and underline the imperative verb?
Lesson 3
LO: Write a
creative equipment list
Time for that
creativity!
Most sets of
instructions begin with an equipment list.
What might you
need to train a dolphin? Use your imagination!
Task
Can you write an
equipment list of at least 5 things?
Try to challenge yourself to include
adjectives to describe your equipment.
Example
A speedy boat that
can glide through waves.
Fresh fish for
tasty reward.
Flexible flippers
so you can swim alongside your dolphin.
Lesson 4
LO: To draft a set
of instructions
Time to write
those command sentences we learned about in lesson 2.
Task
Write at least 7
command sentences to draft your instructions.
Can you begin your
command sentences with a time conjunction?
Choose from the
list below.
First, second,
next, then, after, finally
Remember
instructions should be ordered chronologically.
Example
1) First, sail the
Sally Mae out into the vast seas.
2) Next, shout loudly
to attract a passing dolphin’s attention.
3) Then, use a fresh
fish to encourage your dolphin to swim closer.
Lesson 5
LO: To write a set
of creative instructions
Let’s look at our
writing toolkit
Instructions
Equipment list
Adjectives
Command sentences
Imperative verbs
Time conjunctions
Chronological order
Adverbs
When you re-write
your instructions today, I would like you to add adverbs.
Adverbs describe how
you want someone to follow your command.
e.g, quickly,
carefully, gently, slowly.
Remember to use
your best presentation and your wonderful imaginations.
You can send
examples of your learning to year2@hilltop.doncaster.sch.uk
We can't wait to see your learning.
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