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Charles Darwin: biographical writing
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I can identify the features of a biography.
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I can tell the story of Charles Darwin's life up to and including his visit to the Galapagos Islands.
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I can explain the theory of evolution by natural selection, giving examples of how it has led to animals having certain characteristics.
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I can plan the structure and content of a biography about Charles Darwin's life and theory of evolution and I can practise using a range of cohesive devices.
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I can write the first half of a biography, using a range of language features.
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I can write the second half of a biography, using a range of language features.
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I can present my ideas orally to a group, giving a clear explanation of evolution by natural selection.
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