1. Sycamore English Homework Autumn 2019
My Dream Destination
Sycamore English Homework
Autumn 2019

2. English homework tasks in Sycamore
We are aiming to:
build your ability to write independently
improve your stamina for writing - the ability to write longer pieces of writing
encourage creativity in writing
Provide the opportunity to practise the basics – handwriting, spelling & punctuation

3. English homework tasks in Sycamore
English homework tasks should take no more than 40 minutes.
Find somewhere comfortable to work.
Set a timer.
Concentrate and do your best.
If it’s not finished after 40 minutes, bring it in to school and we’ll see how we can help.

4. What if I’m stuck? Think carefully about what we discussed in class.
Look at the example if there is one.
Bring it in to school before hand-in day and we’ll have a look together.

5. Dream Destination
For this project, you need to think of your dream destination…anywhere in the world! It could be a tropical beach, a snow-capped mountain or the beautiful British coastline. Think carefully about where you would like to go because you will need to write about that place each week.

6. Task One
Wow! You’ve been handed a competition slip, all you have to do is complete the sentence:

7. My Dream Destination
My dream destination, Trinidad, is the place to be because it is one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean. Its fantastic weather, amazing landscape and fascinating wildlife make it the perfect paradise.
30 words only!

8. Task Two
So, you won the competition and you are in your dream destination…
You’re going to write a postcard home

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