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Writing the paragraph about exercise and sleep

I can write a detailed paragraph about the importance of exercise and sleep.

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Year 3

Writing the paragraph about exercise and sleep

I can write a detailed paragraph about the importance of exercise and sleep.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. A subheading signals to the reader what the section is about.
  2. A section about one feature of the report's subject contains specific facts and information to keep the reader engaged.
  3. Using the full range of sentence types (simple, compound and complex) improves text flow for the reader.
  4. Sentences should be said aloud before writing to ensure they make sense and read back once written to check for errors.
  5. Fronted adverbials of cause and formal fronted adverbials are used at the start of sentences for cohesion.

Keywords

  • Text flow - how a text is written to keep the reader engaged

  • Subheading - a word, phrase or sentence used to introduce part of a text

  • Compound sentence - a sentence formed of two main clauses and a co-ordinating conjunction

  • Complex sentence - a sentence formed of at least one main clause and a subordinate clause

  • Fronted adverbial - a sentence starter followed by a comma.

Common misconception

Pupils write facts in a non-coherent order.

Ensure pupils are following the order of the facts on their plans when writing full sentences.

Use the accompanying Year 3 Grammar unit 'Simple, compound and adverbial complex sentences' to teach the range of sentence types appropriate at Year 3 level. Secure knowledge of different sentence types increases pupil engagement in writing.
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6 Questions

Q1.
In which section of a non-chronological report would you find this sentence? 'Scientists recommend children get 9-12 hours of sleep a night.'
Introduction
What is a healthy diet?
Conclusion
Correct answer: How important are exercise and sleep?
Q2.
Which of these are suitable fronted adverbials for a non-chronological report about healthy lifestyle?
Suddenly,
Correct answer: In addition,
Quickly,
Correct answer: However,
Q3.
Which formal fronted adverbial completes this sentence? __________, exercise can improve sleep quality.
At night time
Correct answer: Additionally
Luckily
As quick as a flash
Q4.
Match the terms to their definitions.
Correct Answer:clause,a group of words that contains a verb

a group of words that contains a verb

Correct Answer:verb,a doing, a being or a having word

a doing, a being or a having word

Correct Answer:fronted adverbial,a sentence starter followed by a comma

a sentence starter followed by a comma

Q5.
Is this statement true or false? 'Facts in the introduction of the non-chronological report are detailed and specific.'
Correct Answer: false, False
Q6.
Match the word class to its example.
Correct Answer:noun,scientist

scientist

Correct Answer:verb,improves

improves

Correct Answer:adjective,healthy

healthy

Correct Answer:adverb,regularly

regularly

6 Questions

Q1.
Which of the following is an example of a formal fronted adverbial that builds on on a point from the previous sentence?
Interestingly,
As a result,
Correct answer: In addition,
Next,
Q2.
Match the term to its example.
Correct Answer:subordinating conjunction,because

because

Correct Answer:formal 'but' fronted adverbial,However,

However,

Correct Answer:formal 'and' fronted adverbial,Additionally,

Additionally,

Correct Answer:fronted adverbial of cause,As a result,

As a result,

Q3.
Identify is the verb in this sentence: 'Exercise releases chemicals like endorphins from the brain.'
brain
Correct answer: releases
chemicals
the
Q4.
Which of the following is an example of a compound sentence?
Sleep can improve your mood.
Sleep can improve your mood because it helps you feel less tired.
Correct answer: Sleep can improve your mood and it can boost your immune system.
When you get a good night's sleep, it can improve your mood.
Q5.
Which of these sentences is most likely to be found in a non-chronological report about healthy lifestyle?
I'm so sleepy!
Correct answer: Sleep is important for improving brain performance.
Bedtime is my favourite part of the day.
Q6.
Which sentence could follow this sentence to build on an idea? 'Exercise strengthens muscles in the body.'
However, sugary foods should be eaten in moderation.
In addition, sleep improves brain performance.
Correct answer: In addition, physical activity helps to maintain a healthy heart.