Year 3

The BFG - Narrative Writing

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To identify the main characters and the setting in a visual narrative

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To investigate suffixes: Past and present tense

In this lesson, we will explore the rules associated with adding the suffix -ed. 10 spelling words will be explained and set to learn.

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1 Video

To explore simple sentences

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To sequence and retell the opening

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To develop a rich understanding of words associated with night time

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To generate vocabulary for character description

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To practise and apply knowledge of suffixes: Past and present tense, including a test

In this lesson, we will practise the rules associated with adding the suffix -ed. We will learn how to practise using the small to large strategy and will test the words previously set to learn.

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1 Video

To analyse the opening scene

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To write the first part of the opening (Part 1)

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To write the first part of the opening (Part 2)

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To write the second part of the opening (Part 1)

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To investigate more suffixes: Past and present tense

In this lesson, we will explore the rules associated with adding the suffix -ing. Ten spelling words will be explored and set to learn.

1 Slide deck

1 Video

To explore compound sentences

In this lesson, we will recap what a simple sentence is and define what a compound sentence is. We will learn the three coordinating conjunctions 'but', 'or', 'and' and when to use each one appropriately. We will also practise writing compound sentences using all three coordinating conjunctions.

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1 Video

To write the second part of the opening (Part 2)

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To develop a rich understanding of words associated with night time

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To sequence and retell the build-up

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To practise and apply knowledge of more suffixes: Past and present tense, including test

In this lesson, we will practise the rules associated with adding the suffix -ing. We will learn how to practise using the look, cover, write, check strategy and will test the words previously set to learn.

1 Slide deck

1 Video

To generate vocabulary for the build-up

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To write the build-up (Part 1)

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To write the build-up (Part 2)

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