Writing a setting and character description based on 'The Highwayman'
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use a plan to write a setting and character description based on ‘The Highwayman’.
Key learning points
- Apostrophes can be used to indicate plural and singular possession.
- Figurative language can be used to create atmosphere and imagery for the reader.
- Using a range of types of figurative language, as well as other linguistic devices, engages the reader.
- Using a range of different sentence types enhances text cohesion and reader engagement.
- Planning, drafting, editing and rewriting are all parts of the writing process.
Keywords
Apostrophe for possession - a punctuation mark used to show if a noun belongs to another noun
Figurative language - the use of simile, metaphor and personification to create vivid imagery
Atmosphere - how a writer constructs their writing to convey emotions and mood to the reader
Common misconception
Pupils may use apostrophes incorrectly when indicating possession.
Supplement the content in Learning Cycle One with further teaching of the rules associated with using apostrophes for singular and plural possession.
Teacher tip
Encourage pupils to read their writing aloud to themselves or a partner to help them identify where their writing flows well and where it could be improved.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the sentence types to their definitions:
a sentence formed of one main clause
a sentence with two main clauses joined by a co-ordinating conjunction
a sentence with a main clause and any type of subordinate clause
Q2.Match the terms to their definitions:
a group of words containing a verb that make complete sense
a group of words containing a verb that does not make sense
a group of words that contains a verb
Q3.Select the subordinate clauses below:
Q4.Match the adverbial types to their examples:
during the night
on the horizon
with a deafening howl
Q5.Select the examples of figurative language.
Q6.'The stars were diamonds scattered across the jewelled sky' is an example of which type of figurative language?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the key words to their definitions:
when something has one owner
when something has more than one owner
simile, metaphor and personification to create imagery
how a writer constructs writing to convey emotions and mood
Q2.Select the plural nouns from the list.
Q3.Select the correct use of apostrophes for singular possession:
Q4.Match the types of figurative language to their examples:
the moon was a pearl shining in the black sky
the moon was like a ghostly disc hanging in the midnight sky
the moon danced behind the clouds
Q5.Match the types of subordinate clause to their examples:
whilst the clouds drifted across the sky
bending against the wind's force
which howled and whistled across the moor
Q6.Order the stages of the writing process.
To help you plan your 5 English lesson on: Writing a setting and character description based on 'The Highwayman', download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 5 English lesson on: Writing a setting and character description based on 'The Highwayman', download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
We use learning cycles to break down learning into key concepts or ideas linked to the learning outcome. Each learning cycle features explanations with checks for understanding and practice tasks with feedback. All of this is found in our slide decks, ready for you to download and edit. The practice tasks are also available as printable worksheets and some lessons have additional materials with extra material you might need for teaching the lesson.
The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
Our video is a tool for planning, showing how other teachers might teach the lesson, offering helpful tips, modelled explanations and inspiration for your own delivery in the classroom. Plus, you can set it as homework or revision for pupils and keep their learning on track by sharing an online pupil version of this lesson.
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