Forbidden Zone Safety Instructions Guide

Instructional Writing for Year 6 Based on The Forbidden Zone Learning to write clear safety instructions

Learning Objectives

Write clear instructional texts with purpose Use modal verbs to express possibility and probability Include direct address and question tags for engagement Structure instructions logically with safety in mind

What Makes Good Instructions?

Think about instructions you've followed before What helped you understand them clearly? What made them easy or difficult to follow?

Introducing The Forbidden Zone

A dangerous area requiring special safety protocols Contains toxic air pockets and unstable structures Only trained investigators should enter We'll write instructions for safe entry

Emergency Protocol Model Text

Analyzing Our Model Text - Structure

Clear introduction explaining the danger Bulleted list of warning signs to recognize Step-by-step emergency procedures Logical order from problem to solution

Spot the Features Activity

Work in pairs to find examples of: Modal verbs (must, should, can, might) Direct address (you, your) Command verbs (act, follow, check) Technical vocabulary

Modal Verbs in Instructions

MUST = absolute necessity (You must follow the protocol) SHOULD = strong recommendation (You should act at once) CAN/COULD = possibility (This can expose you to danger) MIGHT/MAY = probability (Your suit might malfunction)

Direct Address Examples

{"left":"You must follow the emergency protocol immediately\nYour suit pressure may drop suddenly\nHave you checked your equipment?","right":"Follow these steps, won't you?\nYou should act at once if you notice warning signs\nYour safety depends on quick action"}

Grammar Practice - I Do

Teacher demonstrates writing instruction sentences Using modal verbs and direct address Thinking aloud about word choices Modeling the writing process step by step

Grammar Practice - We Do

Work together to write instruction sentences Students suggest modal verbs and phrases Teacher guides and refines suggestions Building confidence through collaboration

Grammar Practice - You Do

Write your own instruction sentences Use at least three different modal verbs Include direct address and question tags Focus on Forbidden Zone safety scenarios