A characteristic is a trait or quality that distinguishes something or someone.

A similarity is when two or more things share similar traits.

A difference is when two or more things have features that set them apart from one another.

Curiosity is the strong desire to know, explore, and learn about the world around you

Engaging with 'Crazy about Cats'

English

In 'Crazy About Cats: reading’, pupils read and retrieved information about wild cats. In ’The aye-aye or wild cats: non-chronological report’, pupils will use information they read to write non-chronological reports on primates or wild cats.

In 'Curious Creatures Glowing in the Dark: reading’, pupils read and discussed the features of a non-fiction text, exploring life under the sea. In ’Crazy About Cats: reading’, pupils will read and discuss another non-fiction text and consider how the text is adapted to suit the intended audience.

In this unit, pupils read and discuss the non-fiction text, 'Crazy about Cats'. They explore the features of a non-fiction text and build understanding of new vocabulary. Finally, pupils discuss the possible connections and purpose of the text.

'Crazy about Cats': reading

closing the distance between themselves and their prey.

When hunting, cats often use a technique called stalking, which involves...

a trait or quality that distinguishes something or someone

when two or more things share similar traits

when two or more things have features that set them apart

the strong desire to know and learn about the world

Match the keyword with the correct definition.

True or false? A tiger's shape, size and colour are examples of its physical characteristics.

providing dull information about the topic.

sharing surprising or lesser-known facts.

putting lots of text on one page with no organisation.

Authors of non-fiction texts engage readers and develop their curiosity by...

Is the following characteristic a similarity or a difference? All cats are carnivores.

Is the following characteristic a similarity or a difference? A wild cat's fur pattern is unique to them. No two individuals have the same pattern.

What type of illustrations does Owen Davey use to depict the cats in the book 'Crazy About Cats'?

What is the primary purpose of non-fiction texts?

use of dialogue and character development

What distinguishes non-fiction texts from fiction texts in terms of content?

What is the tone typically associated with non-fiction writing?

True or false? Scanning non-fiction texts to retrieve information involves reading each word slowly.

Provides context and explanation for visuals.

Provides quick reference to specific sections.

Match the layout feature with the correct definition.

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