Year 5 - English
Analysing use of language in 'Crazy about Cats'
'Crazy about Cats': reading
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils read and discuss the non-fiction text, 'Crazy about Cats'. They explore the features of a non-fiction text and build understanding of new vocabulary. Finally, pupils discuss the possible connections and purpose of the text.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to use features of non-fiction texts to build understanding of new vocabulary.
Key Notes
- Non-fiction texts can be written using formal or informal language
- The language used in a text will depend on the text's purpose and audience
- Owen Davey uses subject specific language to help create a sense of authority and reliability for the reader
- Specific words and phrases can be selected by the author to convey meaning
- Owen Davey uses playful language to engage the reader
Vocabulary To Learn
- features: The features of a text type refer to distinctive characteristics that belong to it.
- visual aid: Visual aids are graphs, charts, images, or diagrams which enhance understanding in non-fiction texts.
- caption: A caption is a brief description accompanying an image, providing context in non-fiction texts.
- subject-specific vocabulary: Subject specific vocabulary is words related to a specific topic in non-fiction texts.
- label: A label annotates a particular element in a visual aid.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- All subject-specific vocabulary will be defined, explained or supported by visual aids or captions.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
Non-fiction texts can be written using formal or informal language. The language used in a text will depend on the text's purpose and audience.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'features'
The features of a text type refer to distinctive characteristics that belong to it.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: All subject-specific vocabulary will be defined, explained or supported by visual aids or captions. Correction: Pupils may have to use other reading strategies to build understanding. These can be displayed in a classroom or modelled by an adult.
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