I Nominate My Dad/Grandad – Mid/Senior Cold Write Stimulus
Optional extra exposition stimulus for Data Tracking, or a new Big Write topic. Great link to Father’s Day.
Exposition
Gives reasons for a point of view to try and convince others of it.
Features:
begins with a sentence that gives a point of view on a topic
lists the arguments giving reasons and evidence for them
uses convincing language e.g. ‘will damage’ instead of ‘may damage’.
Example:
A team’s argument for a debate.
I Nominate My Dad/Grandad – Junior Cold Write Stimulus
Optional extra exposition stimulus for Data Tracking, or a new Big Write topic.
Persuasive Hooks Poster Set
Help your students grab the audience’s attention with these 7 easy hooks!
Prompt Planning
Prompt planning can be anything from 30 seconds to 10 minutes, usually 5 minutes. The goal remains the same- focus more time, allowing students to plan quicker.
T.A.G Feedback Prompt for Breakdown Buddies
Encourage student-centred learning with T.A.G feedback for self-assessment or Breakdown Buddies.
Big Write Reflective Journal Template and Example
A Big Write reflective journal template for self-analysis, peer analysis and teacher feedback. A filled-in example is also included.
Linking VCOP into Text Structure Template
In order for students to be able to use VCOP to enhance their writing, they first need to be able to identify the different elements in a variety of texts.
Recount Checklist – Junior Level
This checklist is designed to assist with the analysis of a recount text.
Exposition Checklist – Junior Level
This checklist is designed to assist with the analysis of an exposition text.
Question and Answer Relationship Guide
A Question and Answer Relationship guide to developing a deep-level connection to learning.
Command Terms Support for Question Responding
A support resource to help teach your students how to create appropriate responses to exam questions.
Connectives Wall Challenge
Can you use different bricks from the connective wall to extend your sentences, paragraphs and ideas?
VCOP Chatterbox for Writing Challenge – Low
A fun addition to your writing sessions to encourage student to enhance their writing.
VCOP Chatterbox for Writing Challenge – Mid
A fun addition to your writing sessions to encourage student to enhance their writing.
VCOP Chatterbox for Writing Challenge – High
A fun addition to your writing sessions to encourage student to enhance their writing.
Exposition Checklist – Mid Level
This checklist is designed to assist with analysis of an exposition text.