Writing

CURRICULUM FOCUS

We are learning to write a recount. 

I can express my ideas for writing. 

I can choose and use writing strategies.

I can critique and improve my writing

VOCABULARY

Recount: Retelling something that has happened or something you have done. 

Express: to make known your writing ideas.

Critique: careful judgment or opinion of the writing piece

Improve: to make changes that make the work even better

ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO AT HOME TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD'S LEARNING

Students can practice writing a recount on the following topic and focus using the correct structure. 

Topics: 

• Going to a favourite restaurant. 
• Playing with a school friend. 
• Making something with their hands.

Structure of a recount includes: 

• Title 
• Introduction - When? Who? What? Why?
• Sequence of events with connectives: First, Then, Next, Finally.
• Personal comment