A similarity is when two or more things share similar traits.

A difference is when two or more things have features that set them apart from one another.

Comparing involves identifying similarities between two or more things, ideas, themes, or texts.

Contrasting involves identifying differences between two or more things, ideas, concepts, or texts.

Making comparisons in 'Walter Tull's Scrapbook'

English

In ’Walter Tull's Scrapbook’ pupils focused on significant figure from Black British history. In ’Harriet Tubman: Biographical Writing’ pupils will examine the life of Harriet Tubman and the impact she had on Black American History.

In ’El Deafo’ pupils focused on a memoir of author Cece Bell. In ’Walter Tull's Scrapbook’ pupils will examine the life of Walter Tull and the impact he had on Black British History.

'Walter Tull's Scrapbook': reading

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction of scary, confusing or unsettling events or characters placed in danger, including creation of a scary atmosphere through the use of music and sound.

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

Depiction of war, threats of war, death or the aftermath of war.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

When two or more things share similar traits.

When two or more things have features that set them apart.

Involves identifying similarities between two or more things

Involves identifying differences between two or more things.

True or False? Life during wartime was pleasant for Walter.

Order these events from page 19 in 'Walter Tull's Scrapbook'.

True or False? Walter was sent away from the Front due to "shell shock".

In which year does Walter return to the battlefield after spending time in hospital?

Walter wore a different uniform in sports and in war.

Walter was kind and helpful to others in both roles.

Walter aimed for goals on the field, but peace in battles.

Both football and battles demanded Walter's hard work.

Which of the following are similarities between Walter's life at home and during the war?

Judging others unfairly based on stereotypes.

Match the word to the correct definition. 

Use headings to locate different topics in the text.

Imagine what an event must have been like.

Select strategies that could help a reader to find information in a non-fiction text.

The First World War lasted only a few days.

Which of these statements are true in relation to the First World War.

A person admired for courage and noble qualities.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

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