The Highwayman rewritten

We have been reading the well-known poem "The Highwayman" and exploring the poetic devices included within.  As part of our writing we have rewritten this poetic narrative into a modern day context.  Enjoy the twists and turns!

Season and senses poems

That was summer ...

Blackout Poetry Workshop

Check out the following clip on how to create your own blackout poems.  We will use newspapers to trial this idea!

Explanation Writing

The following powerpoint will help you when formulating your own explanation - remember to include the key structural and language features of this genre!

How to write Excellent Explanations from Jacqui Sharp

Sam in an animated world!

Character descriptions - Sam

After viewing the animated clip called Sam, write a detailed description of the lead character.  Think carefully about the key elements needed in your description and extend your vocabulary choices.  Paste your most descriptive paragraph into the comment box below - a guest critic is going to be reading these this week and selected the best one.   Good luck writing team!

Quick fire partner writing!

Today for our writing warm-up we created a detailed paragraph in pairs based on a picture prompt.  Our focus was to extend our vocabulary choices and provide information that engaged our audience.  Check out our examples below!