English

Reading

During Term Three, students will deepen their understanding of narrative writing and other creative texts. They will explore a variety of rich mentor texts, including picture books, short stories, novels and digital texts. This will help students understand how narratives communicate their central concepts, themes, and messages through various authorial techniques such as effective characterisation, plot twists, foreshadowing, and vivid descriptive language. By applying these skills, they will strengthen their ability to craft their own compelling texts.

Following the successful implementation of Literature Circles in the Term Two, students will further refine their collaborative skills and speaking and listening abilities during their discussions of shared texts. They will take on greater responsibility within their teams by guiding and facilitating group discussions, fostering deeper engagement with reading and enhancing comprehension of their chosen texts.

Reading Key Vocabulary: 

Theme, symbol, message, characterisation, vivid language.

Writing/Spelling/Grammar

Throughout Term Three, students will deepen their understanding of narrative writing. They will begin by focusing on short stories and analysing how to craft an engaging narrative. To support their writing, students will explore a variety of rich mentor texts. This will aid them in forming an understanding of how strong characterisation drives a story. They will explore how the theme and message of a narrative is conveyed through a range of writing strategies, including plot twists, foreshadowing and powerful descriptive language. Students will develop their authorship when they transfer these skills to craft their own engaging short stories. They will also explore how drama and media are used to share a story with an audience. Students will use image, sound, text and movement to describe experiences, express emotions, and create imagery to impact their audience. 

Writing Key Vocabulary: 

Narrative, plot, character, language feature.

How can you support your child’s English learning at home?  

• Encourage your child to read frequently and prompt them to articulate what makes the characters or storyline captivating.
• Engage in conversations about books or movies, prompting your child to analyse the characters' traits and motivations behind their actions.