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Writing to resolve a problem in 'Wild'

'Wild': reading and writing

Unit Summary

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Lesson Summary

You can write the end of the story from the girl's perspective.

Key Notes

  • Adverbs can be used to describe how a character moves or speaks, such as "calmly".
  • Sequencing language can be used at the start of a sentence, such as "Then," and "Suddenly,".
  • Two ideas can be joined using the joining word "and".
  • Exclamation marks can be used to show emotion, such as anger when the girl has a tantrum.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • ending: the final part of a story, typically solving the problem
  • problem: something that needs figuring out or solved
  • adverb: a word that describes a verb
  • adjective: a word that describes a noun

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Adjectives and adverbs are confused.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.

Adverbs can be used to describe how a character moves or speaks, such as "calmly". Sequencing language can be used at the start of a sentence, such as "Then," and "Suddenly,".

2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'ending'

the final part of a story, typically solving the problem.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: Adjectives and adverbs are confused. Correction: Explain adjectives describe nouns and adverbs describe a verb. Make sure to give sufficient examples before expecting the children to write.

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