Spotlight on Learning - Room 10

English: Procedure Writing

In the Room 10 classroom, we are investigating different genres of writing. On Thursdays and Fridays, the students are diving into the world of procedure writing with Ms McWhinney. Procedure writing is an important skill, fostering both literacy and critical thinking. The students are delving into the intricacies of crafting clear, sequential instructions through cooking recipes. By brainstorming, drafting, and revising, they are learning to articulate steps logically and precisely, considering audience comprehension. This process not only enhances their writing abilities but also cultivates problem-solving and organisational skills. Engaging in procedure writing is empowering the Year 5/6 students to communicate effectively and navigate writing tasks with confidence.

How to Participate in a Room 10 Procedure Writing Lesson

• Tools and Ingredients 
• Workbook 
• Pencil 
• Curiosity 
• Questions 
• Excitement 
• Measurement Skills

Method:

Step 1: Watch Ms McWhinney wash her hands. 

Step 2: Oooh and aaahhh as each ingredient is taken out and displayed. 

Step 3: Watch an engaging, hilarious and heartwarming live cooking demonstration. 

Step 4: Frantically scribble down notes. 

Step 5: Beg to try the delicious food BEFORE writing up their procedure text. 

Step 6: Quickly realise Ms McWhinney is not a fool. 

Step 7: Write a wonderfully specific and detailed procedure including all the feedback from the previous weeks lesson. 

Step 8: Share procedure with the class, provide feedback and wipe dribble from chin. 

Step 9: Complete self-assessment on procedure, as more hungry begging commences. Step 10: Cheer as the delicious samples are handed out. 

Step 11: Silence *excluding chewing sounds*

So far this term, we have made (and tasted) chocolate crackles, Vietnamese cold rolls and brownies.

Featuring Sophie K’s Cold Roll Procedure

Mrs McWhinney 

Room 10, Year 5/6 Teacher (Thursday and Friday)