Reading Groups
Noun Groups - What are they ?
Prepositions
Sentence fragments, run-ons and Comma Splices
Learning Intention: We are learning to identify and fix errors in our sentences.
Sometimes we make errors in our writing. We need to understand what these errors look like and how to fix them, so we can avoid them in our writing.
Watch these videos about fragments, comma splices and run-ons. As you are reading and writing, think about the things you have learnt in these so you can improve as a writer.
Sometimes we make errors in our writing. We need to understand what these errors look like and how to fix them, so we can avoid them in our writing.
Watch these videos about fragments, comma splices and run-ons. As you are reading and writing, think about the things you have learnt in these so you can improve as a writer.
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Direct Speech
Fact OR Opinion
Learning Intention: We are learning to distinguish fact from opinion. This is one one of comprehension strategies.
A fact is a true statement. We can find evidence to prove statements that are facts.
An opinion is what the author thinks or believes. We can justify and support our opinion with facts but we can't prove it, and other people can have different opinions and might be able to support their opinion with different facts. Listen to the song about Fact and Opinion. How can you explain the difference between fact and opinion? |
Reflect on the humorous books you have been reading.
Make two statements of fact about the author, series or books you are reading. (The links on the homework page might help.) Make two statements about the books that are your opinion. Justify your opinions with reasons. Make a Voki to present your facts and opinions. Read the instructions to get started with Voki. |
Writing Humorous Stories
Watch the video in which Andy Griffiths teaches a class how to write like him.
Answer these questions with a partner:
1. About how many books has Andy Griffiths written? 2. What does he say is the most important part of the writing process? 3. Think of three words to describe Andy Griffiths’ books. 4. What tips does he have for writing great stories? 5. Describe the sorts of stories you like to read and/or write. 6. When you write a story, where do you get your ideas from? 7. What did you learn watching the Writing Lesson story? |
Watch this workshop The Baby and The Dinosaur to find out how Andy Griffiths makes his stories exciting, moving and absorbing.
Make a list of tips about writing an exciting story based on what Andy has explained to the students. Write your own imaginative story about a baby and a dinosaur. Start by brainstorming possible scenarios or drawing a picture. Remember to bring danger in from where the reader is least expecting it. (Ideas adapted from Behind the News, ABC) |
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Using Speech Marks for Direct Speech
Whenever someone is speaking in a written text and we are showing the exact words the person is saying, we use inverted commas to indicate the words that are spoken.
Watch the video about using inverted commas. What are the three rules you need to remember? Can you spot a punctuation error in the video? |
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Read these Doctor, Doctor Jokes. Choose three jokes you think are funny to rewrite into paragraphs using direct speech. Use the success criteria to check your work.
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Doctor, Doctor, I've got wind! Can you give me something?
Yes - here's a kite! Doctor, Doctor, everyone keeps throwing me in the garbage. Don't talk rubbish! Doctor, Doctor, I feel like a pack of cards. I'll deal with you later. Doctor, Doctor, will this ointment clear up my spots? I never make rash promises! |
Doctor, Doctor, how can I cure my sleep walking?
Sprinkle thumb-tacks on your bedroom floor! Doctor, Doctor, my baby's swallowed a bullet. Well, don't point him at anyone until I get there! Doctor, Doctor, I keep thinking I'm a vampire. Necks, please! Doctor, Doctor, I keep seeing a spinning insect. Don't worry, it's just a bug that's going around! |