How Bees make Honey - Explanation writing

In the lesson, we will learn about the features of explanation texts, such as the way they are organised and their language features.

In this lesson, we will explore compound words. We will learn what they are and look at some examples. Ten spelling words will be explained and set to learn.

In this lesson, we will learn how to use apostrophes to show possession for plural nouns.

In this lesson, we will learn how bees make honey and order each part of the process. We will draw simple pictures or diagrams to illustrate the sequence.

In this lesson, we will introduce new vocabulary, identify word pairs and synonyms and apply the vocabulary in sentences.

In this lesson, we will generate different nouns, adjectives, verbs and adverbs to use in our writing.

In this lesson, we will practise and apply our knowledge of compound words. We will learn how to practise using the spot the syllable strategy and will test the words previously set to learn.

In this lesson, we will practise retelling the process of honey orally. We will practise using the precise vocabulary and sentence starters already learnt and then put all this into sentences.

In this lesson, we will write a plan, using our wordbank and sequencing pictures to help us.

In this lesson, we will revise our knowledge of clauses and sentence types and then practise writing complex and compound sentences.

In this lesson, we will explore what makes an effective introduction and then write the introduction to our own explanation texts about how bees make honey.

In this lesson, we will write about the first stages of the honey-making process. First we will learn how to spell technical vocabulary, then we will analyse the features that should be included in an explanation of how to make honey.

In this lesson, we will improve our writing through editing.

In this lesson, we will finish writing our explanation text about the honey-making process.

In this lesson, we will develop reading for pleasure through book recommendations, focusing on non-fiction and poetry. We will explore the concept of genre and pupils will generate their own recommendations to share with others.