Report Writing: Introducing the Geographic Overview
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Report Writing: Introducing the Geographic Overview
Year 6 English/Literacy Learning to write informative introductions Focus: South America
Starter Question
What's the difference between a story and a report? Think about what each type of writing is trying to do Turn to your partner and discuss
Stories vs Reports
A story entertains A report teaches Different purposes = different writing styles
Quick Knowledge Check
Turn to your partner Share one thing you already know about South America Ask yourself: Is that a fact or an opinion? Remember our work on facts vs opinions from last week
What is a Report?
A type of writing that teaches the reader information Not a story - no characters or plot Based on facts, not opinions Organized to share knowledge clearly
Report Structure
Title - tells what the report is about Introduction - explains the topic Body Paragraphs - different sections of information Conclusion - wraps up the main points
Today's Focus
Today we are only focusing on one part — the introduction
Modeling: Writing an Introduction
Topic: South America Watch as I write an introduction Notice what I include and how I structure it
Think Aloud: What I Did
I said what the topic is (South America) I gave some key facts (location, features) I told the reader what the report will be about Notice the clear, factual language
Guided Practice: Building Together
Let's build one together! What is South America? What is it known for? What could this report include?
Your Turn: Writing Practice
Write your own introduction for a report about South America 3-4 sentences Include facts (not opinions) Explain what your report will be about
Checking Your Work
Does your first sentence clearly state the topic? Are you using facts or opinions? Does it sound like a report introduction? What will your report explain?