Goodnight Mr Tom
Starter Activity
Look back through your work and see if you can work out which language features are displayed below.
Click to enlarge!



Task 1
Use the WAGOLL to find examples of each writing feature. When you have found examples of each one, add it to a table like the one below.
Task 2
Now have a go at ranking each writing feature from hardest (Red) to easiest (Green).

Starter Activity
Read the WAGOLL and highlight key information in each paragraph.
Can you work out the theme of each paragraph?
Task 1
Use the WAGOLL to help you create a plan for your diary entry. Use the backwards S just like we do in school.
Draw a picture to represent what happens in each paragraph. Then add some key words and sentences to help you remember what each paragraph is about.
Task 2
Use the word bank to add key writing features we have been learning about.
You should include:
* Expanded noun phrases
* Prepositional phrases
* Informal language
Use this lesson to act out your writing.
Here's an example of another school using acting to help with their writing...
Friday
Use the WAGOLL and word bank to write your diary entry as Mr. Tom.