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Spelling patterns: words beginning with c

Spelling patterns: words beginning with c

The letter c is usually soft when followed by i, e or y but it is usually hard when followed by a, o or u. Look at the words in this table. How fast can you think of five more to add to each column? Time yourself with a stopwatch!
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Spelling patterns: the prefix trans- worksheet

Spelling patterns: the prefix trans-

All these words begin with the prefix trans-. Can you cut them out and match them up with the correct definitions below? Looking at these words and definitions, what do you think the prefix trans- means? Have a go working it out and then check your answer on the internet or in the library
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Spelling patterns: the prefix tele- worksheet

Spelling patterns: the prefix tele-

All these words begin with the prefix tele-. Can you cut them out and match them up with the correct definitions below?
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Spelling patterns: the prefix cir- worksheet

Spelling patterns: the prefix cir-

Can you complete this mini-wordsearch? All the words you need start with the prefix circ- and are below. What do you think circ- means?
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Spelling patterns: the prefix bi- worksheet

Spelling patterns: the prefix bi-

Can you complete this mini-crossword? All the words you need start with the prefix bi- and are listed below. What do you think bi- means?
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Spelling patterns: ie and ei in a word

Spelling patterns: ie and ei in a word

i before e except after C – this spelling rule usually applies when spelling words with an -ie or -ei. Can you find these -ie and -ei words in the mini crossword?
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Writing from different points of view

Writing from different points of view

Read the story about Baba Yaga then imagine what happens when Natasha first arrives at Baba Yaga's house. Write a brief letter from Baba Yaga to her sister, describing the events from Baba Yaga’s point of view. Don’t forget to include: A description of Natasha; details of how Baba Yaga feels about the intrusion; adjectives, powerful verbs and adverbs
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Using words and phrases to describe

Using words and phrases to describe

Read the story about Baba Yaga then imagine you are Natasha, entering Baba Yaga’s house for the first time. Can you answer these questions about how the house might look?
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Using similes to describe character and setting

Using similes to describe character and setting

Similes compare something to something else using the words ‘like’ or ‘as’. Can you think of some descriptive similes to finish these sentences?
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Reading comprehension: Baba Yaga

Reading comprehension: Baba Yaga

Baba Yaga is a traditional story that comes from Russia. It is a story that has been used to scare children for many decades! Can you read the story and then answer the questions at the end.
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Reading and writing a free verse poem

Reading and writing a free verse poem

A free verse poem is one that does not follow any rhyme scheme or have a particular structure – you’re free to write any way you want! Read this poem out loud then talk to an adult about your first impressions of it.
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Folklore tale planning frame worksheet

Folklore tale planning frame

Read the 'Baba Yaga' story then see if you can write your own version using the tips on this sheet to help. See if you can include powerful verbs, similes, adverbs and adjectives.

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Direct speech rules and punctuation worksheet

Direct speech rules and punctuation

Read the Baba Yaga story, the write the conversation that you think Natasha’s father (Otto) might have with his wife (Ivanka) when he banishes her from the house. Remember the rules of direct speech and punctuation.
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Writing speech worksheet

Writing speech

How does Polydectes challenge Perseus and convince him to brave the fearsome Medusa’s lair? Their conversation is started below; can you continue writing the speech using the correct punctuation?
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Writing a wanted poster worksheet

Writing a wanted poster

You are King Polydectes. You want someone to kill Medusa so you design a wanted poster. Think of a good title for your poster, then draw a picture of Medusa. Write a description of her and finally think of the reward you will hand out once she is killed
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Using descriptive language worksheet

Using descriptive language

Think about the three things Athena gave Perseus to help him kill the Medusa. Write some phrases around each picture. You will need to... 1. Describe how the object looks – use plenty of adjectives! 2. Use a simile to compare the object to something else. 3. Describe the purpose of the object – what is it used for?
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Understanding characters: writing a diary

Understanding characters: writing a diary

In the myth of Perseus the fisherman Dictys opens a chest to find a woman and baby inside. Imagine that you are Dictys, writing a diary entry that evening to explain what happened. Remember to include the following: Description of the chest (use adjectives!); description of the contents (again, lots more adjectives!); explain how you felt; explain what you did.
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Reading comprehension: the myth of Perseus

Reading comprehension: the myth of Perseus

A Year 5 reading comprehension worksheet about the myth of Perseus. Read the text then answer the questions.
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Planning, writing and designing your own advert worksheet Planning, writing and designing your own advert

Planning, writing and designing your own advert

Imagine that you are creating a product that you think people will want to use. This can be a completely made-up, make-believe product – it could even be magic! Use your imagination as much as possible. Draw a picture of your product below. Label it to show what the different features are and how it will be used.
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Giving oral instructions and writing a manual worksheet

Giving oral instructions and writing a manual

Find an appliance in the home that you don’t know how to use, for example a hairdryer, printer or microwave. Have a go using the appliance yourself. Now, the adult who is helping you is going to follow YOUR commands in using the appliance. They must do exactly as you say! This means that your instructions must be very clear.
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