Year 6 - English
Writing the first half of a setting description in 'Sherlock Holmes'
'Sherlock Holmes': descriptive and letter writing
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils learn about conventions of detective fiction via one of the English canon's most famous series 'Sherlock Holmes'. They use knowledge of the central character to write a setting description and a persuasive letter from a member of the public in need of his services.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to write the first half of a setting description in 'Sherlock Holmes'.
Key Notes
- Writing is most successful when structure, content and vocabulary is planned.
- Oral rehearsal is an important step in the writing process.
- Fronted adverbials of place, prepositions and precise vocabulary paint the picture for a reader.
- Complex sentences can be used to show the connections between ideas.
- We can show the historical context of our setting by referring to items from the time period.
Vocabulary To Learn
- fronted adverbial of place: a sentence starter that tells the reader where something is or happens
- preposition: word or words that tell the reader where a noun is
- complex sentence: a sentence composed of a main clause and any subordinate clause
- historical context: the events, lifestyle and living conditions that existed at a particular time in history
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may struggle to convert notes into complete sentences.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
Writing is most successful when structure, content and vocabulary is planned. Oral rehearsal is an important step in the writing process.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'fronted adverbial of place'
a sentence starter that tells the reader where something is or happens.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Pupils may struggle to convert notes into complete sentences. Correction: Provide lots of time for oral rehearsal at each stage of the lesson and ensure children have access to vocabulary and plans used earlier in the unit.
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