Year 3 - English
More rich vocabulary associated with clever or sly words
Character: clever and clumsy words
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils learn a wider range of vocabulary to support writing about characters, including ambitious vocabulary for clever and clumsy words that can be applied to descriptive writing passages.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to use the words 'discerning', 'innovative' and 'astute' effectively in multiple contexts.
Key Notes
- 'Discerning' is an adjective which means clear-sighted or selective.
- 'Innovative' is an adjective which means creative or original.
- 'Astute' is an adjective which means shrewd or quick-witted.
Vocabulary To Learn
- noun: a naming word for people, places or things
- adjective: a word that describes a noun
- synonym: a word that has the same or similar meaning to another word
- word pair: words that often appear together
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils might think the words can be used interchangeably.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
'Discerning' is an adjective which means clear-sighted or selective. 'Innovative' is an adjective which means creative or original.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'noun'
a naming word for people, places or things.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Pupils might think the words can be used interchangeably. Correction: Use the word pairs to help pupils see and hear the words in nuanced contexts.
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