Planning a description of a dystopian setting
I can plan an effective description of a dystopian setting.
Planning a description of a dystopian setting
I can plan an effective description of a dystopian setting.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Descriptions should include minimal action.
- An effective way to include character is with one small character action, for example, looking through a window.
- It is important to decide your tone before you start writing, so that it remains consistent.
- When planning a single paragraph, you should choose three-four details to focus on.
- It is important to plan interesting vocabulary that matches your tone before you start writing.
Keywords
Permeate - If something permeates the air, it spreads through it.
Vivid - If something is vivid, it allows you to visualise it clearly.
Erode - If something erodes, it is gradually destroyed or worn away at.
Remnants - The remnants of something are the small parts left when the majority of it has been destroyed.
Common misconception
Action is a key part of a description.
Explain to pupils that the purpose of a description is to focus on certain aspects of a scene in order to set the tone and genre.
To help you plan your year 7 english lesson on: Planning a description of a dystopian setting, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 7 english lesson on: Planning a description of a dystopian setting, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
