Writing

CURRICULUM FOCUS

We are learning to write a transactional text. 

I can express my ideas for writing. 

I can choose and use writing strategies. 

I can find ways to improve my writing. 

VOCABULARY

Transactional text: 

A non-fiction piece of writing used to communicate information with another person. For example; a letter or an email. 

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

The structure for transactional writing we have been working on is: 

Dear/to

Ask a question.

Make a statement

From

Children can practise transactional writing by writing a letter to someone in their family or a friend.