Planning and writing the conclusion of a biography about Harriet Tubman
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use my research to plan and write the conclusion of a biography about Harriet Tubman.
Key learning points
- A conclusion summarises the key points of the paragraphs preceding it - no new information should be introduced.
- The conclusion paragraph is similar in structure to the introduction paragraph.
- Variation in vocabulary choice and sentence structure enhances text cohesion.
- Plans should be written in note form and include concise vocabulary choices.
- Success criteria and plans should be used to guide the writing process.
Keywords
Purpose - the aim of the text
Conclusion - the closing paragraph of a non-fiction text
Summarise - to sum up or conclude the main body of the text
Legacy - the lasting impact of a person's life or actions that are left on the world
Common misconception
Pupils may incorrectly introduce new information in the conclusion.
Specific reference to keeping information in the conclusion general and teacher guidance on appropriate information to include is given in learning cycle one.
Teacher tip
Give pupils opportunities to share their ideas with their partner during the planning and writing stage.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of these is not a feature of a biography?
Q2.Fill in the gap in the following sentence. 'The first paragraph of a biography is called the __________.'
Q3.Match each term to its definition.
Q4.Match each type of fronted adverbial to its definition.
Q5.Match each term to the correct definition.
Q6.'As a result,' and 'Consequently,' are examples of which type of fronted adverbial?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Fill in the gap in the following sentence. 'The conclusion is __________.'
Q2.Put the parts of a biography about Harriet Tubman in the correct order.
Q3.Match the parts of a biography to their purposes.
Q4.A plan should include ...
Q5.Which information is appropriate to include in the conclusion?
Q6.Match each cohesive device to its example.
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