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Using similes in poetry worksheet

Using similes in poetry

Think about something in nature. Now draw a picture of your subject in the middle of this spider diagram. Write similes to describe it in the boxes on the outside
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Using similes to describe setting worksheet

Using similes to describe setting

When you are writing, similes are a really effective way to give people a picture in their mind of something you are describing. A SIMILE is a comparison – it finds similar characteristics in two objects and compares them. It always uses the words ‘like’ or ‘as’ to make the comparison. Look at this picture and use the simile starters to write your own similes.
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Spelling wordsearch: the suffix -hood

Spelling wordsearch: the suffix -hood

Each of these words ending in -hood is hidden in the wordsearch. Can you find them and insert them into the sentences below?
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Spelling words with three syllables worksheet

Spelling words with three syllables

Syllables in a word are like beats. All these words have three syllables. Clap out the syllables as you say each word then practise spelling it with the look, cover, write and check method.
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Spelling patterns: words ending in -sion and -tion

Spelling patterns: words ending in -sion and -tion

Cut out these cards and sort them into two groups: words ending in -sion and words ending in -tion. Practise copying each word onto a separate sheet of paper. Ask an adult to muddle up the words and then test you on the spellings.
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Spelling patterns: the suffix -al

Spelling patterns: the suffix -al

Look up these words in the dictionary and write down what they mean. Practise spelling each word by looking at it, covering it over, writing it on a separate piece of paper, then checking if you were right.
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Spelling crossword: the suffix -ary

Spelling crossword: the suffix -ary

Can you complete this crossword with words which contain the the suffix -ary? Read the clues below to work out what the words are.
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Spelling wordsearch: the suffix -ment

Spelling wordsearch: the suffix -ment

Each of these words ending in -ment is hidden in the wordsearch below. Can you find them and insert them into the sentences below?
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Setting out a play script correctly worksheet

Setting out a play script correctly

Read this passage of text from a story. Write the speech out as a play script, using the frame to guide you. Remember to include stage directions to show what people are doing.
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Recount planning frame worksheet

Recount planning frame

Use this planning frame to write a recount. There are some helpful questions to get you going.
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Reading explanation texts worksheet

Reading explanation texts

Explanation texts explain how something is done. Read this text is about how glass bottles are recycled. Can you find these elements in this explanation text: sub-headings; numbering; paragraphs; pictures / diagrams; other connectives such as because, but, and, therefore?
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Reading comprehension: The blue planet

Reading comprehension: The blue planet

Read this story about what happens to Billy when he wakes up on a strange, blue planet, then answer the questions.
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Reading comprehension: The purple fruits

Reading comprehension: The purple fruits

A dilemma is a very difficult decision. This story is about a boy called Frank who finds himself having to deal with a dilemma. This passage offers lots of good descriptions of what Frank can see. Underline in red any words or phrases that describe the setting. Underline in blue any powerful verbs that describe what people are doing. Then create a story map with your own ending. Finally, continue
writing the speech between the mouse and Frank.
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Reading comprehension: Dog saves diamonds

Reading comprehension: Dog saves diamonds

Read this newspaper report about a clever puppy who stops a robbery then answer the questions: Where is the headline? Why is it in bold? Why do we use pictures in newspaper articles? What are the words under the picture called? Underline all the words and phrases related to time. How many paragraphs are there in the text?
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Reading and writing a list poem worksheet

Reading and writing a list poem

In this list poem the poet has thought about things that are special to her and imagined putting them in a box. What would you put in your own precious box? Use the following questions to plan your own list poem.
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Planning your own dilemma story worksheet

Planning your own dilemma story

You are taken by an invisible force to a magical island. Something happens and it throws up a dilemma. What is the dilemma? What do you decide in the end? Use this story map to plan your story then write up your dilemma story.
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Planning and writing a film review worksheet

Planning and writing a film review

Think of a film you have seen that you really enjoyed. Can you write a film review that will persuade somebody to watch it? Make some notes in these boxes to help you plan your review.
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Persuasive writing: film reviews worksheet

Persuasive writing: film reviews

Film reviews usually include: information about when the film was made, who it starred and awards it won; a few sentences to sum up the story of the film; a paragraph giving an opinion about the film.
The idea of this review is that it should PERSUADE you to watch the film. Read this film review for The Wizard of Oz and underline any parts of the review that might make you want to watch The Wizard of Oz.
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Improving writing with powerful verbs worksheet

Improving writing with powerful verbs

You’re writing a story about a character exploring an imaginary world. What do they experience in your magical land? Try to include as many powerful verbs as you can. Use the box below to help you!
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Haikus explained worksheet

Haikus explained

A haiku is a poem that only has three lines. The first line has five syllables, the second seven and the third five again. Read this haiku describing a woman. Can you count the syllables in each line? What words has the poet used to describe the woman? Underline all the describing words (adjectives).
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