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Editing the main body of a diary entry

'How to Train Your Dragon': diary and narrative writing

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils use their knowledge of the text 'How To Train Your Dragon' to write a setting description, a narrative opening and a diary entry. Pupils use one stimulus to write for several outcomes, writing for different purposes by demonstrating certain techniques in each.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to edit the main body of a diary entry based on 'How To Train Your Dragon'.

Key Notes

  • The purpose of an editing lesson is to improve your writing and make necessary corrections.
  • Vocabulary, grammar and punctuation can be changed to make writing more effective.
  • Editing is a vital element of the writing process.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • editing: the process of improving writing to improve text flow and overall quality
  • grammar: the set of rules that govern a language
  • punctuation: a set of standardised symbols and marks used in written language to structure sentences
  • sentence structure: the way that words are arranged within sentences to convey meaning
  • vocabulary: the language choices made by a writer

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Pupils may find it difficult to identify which elements of their writing to edit.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

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

The purpose of an editing lesson is to improve your writing and make necessary corrections. Vocabulary, grammar and punctuation can be changed to make writing more effective.

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

the process of improving writing to improve text flow and overall quality.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: Pupils may find it difficult to identify which elements of their writing to edit. Correction: Ensure that pupils know the difference between different punctuation marks, different sentence structures, the meaning of 'ambitious vocabulary' and the age-appropriate spelling rules.

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