Homophones, Short paragraphs and TiP ToP L.O. To be able to understand and use short paragraphs in writing To be able to use a variety of learning strategies to plan and create a piece of writing.

Key Words Paragraph TiP ToP Effect

Target Set yourself a target for the lesson. This should be a target different to the learning objectives but something you can show you have done this lesson. Eg. Write paragraphs, use capitals in the right place, use quotation marks correctly…

Task 1 On whiteboards tell me what each part of TiP ToP stand for: TiPToP

The TiP ToP song!!! Ti.. for time change; use this when You want to move from now to then. P.. for place change; this is found Every time you move around. To.. for topic; this is due When you mention something new. P.. for person; this would fit When someone else comes into it.

Task 2 Consider; – “Why might we use short paragraphs?

Task 2 (cont.) To slow the reader down; To create a shock; To make something stand out; To change the flow of the writing; To repeat something; To remind the reader of something; Speech; To create an impact

Task 3 You will now continue to plan your first piece of coursework You will need to: Create a mind-map of possible inanimate objects that you could write about, Then create a plan/mind map/ bullet points about how your story will develop, Then begin to write your draft, make sure that you have a beginning, middle and end to your story. TRY TO VARY THE LENGTH OF YOUR SENTENCES AND PARAGRAPHS (Short sentences can make the reader stop and think, emphasise important parts of the story and break up the rhythm While longer sentences can show a thought process, describe an event or object or provide a more regular reading pattern)

Task 4 Swap your work with a friend Each person should comment on one good thing and a one thing they could do to improve When making your comments you might like to use one of the following statements or create your own: Remember to check your spelling using a dictionary. Make sure you use capital letters and full stops. Try to use a variety of punctuation. Try to make your writing more descriptive. Vary your sentence length. Think about your paragraph structure.

Task 4 (cont.) Think about the challenge you set yourself at the beginning of the lesson. Did you meet your own target? How?