Mount Vesuvius News Report Writing
Year 3 English Learning to write exciting news reports Based on the eruption of Mount Vesuvius
WALT (We Are Learning To)
Write an exciting newspaper report Use the 5 W's in our writing (Who, What, When, Where, Why) Include a catchy headline Write in past tense Add interesting details to grab readers' attention
Success Criteria - How We Know We've Succeeded
I can write a clear headline I can answer the 5 W's in my report I can use past tense verbs correctly I can include interesting facts I can organize my writing with paragraphs I can use exciting adjectives
What Happened at Mount Vesuvius?
What Makes a Good News Report?
A catchy headline that grabs attention The 5 W's answered clearly Written in past tense Short, clear sentences Most important information first Quotes from witnesses (if possible)
The 5 W's for Our Vesuvius Report
{"left":"WHO was involved? - People of Pompeii, Roman citizens, families\nWHAT happened? - Mount Vesuvius erupted, buried the city\nWHEN did it happen? - August 24th, 79 AD","right":"WHERE did it happen? - Pompeii, near Mount Vesuvius, Italy\nWHY did it happen? - Volcanic eruption, natural disaster"}
Headlines Challenge
Work in pairs to create exciting headlines Use powerful words like: DISASTER, BURIED, ESCAPE Keep it short and snappy Make people want to read more! Share your best headline with the class
Think and Discuss
How do you think people in Pompeii felt when the volcano started erupting? What would you do if you lived there? How might families have tried to escape? What questions would a news reporter ask witnesses?
Differentiated Writing Support
š¢ Challenge: Include quotes from imaginary witnesses š” Support: Use the writing frame provided š“ Extra Help: Work with a partner, use picture prompts š Extension: Add a second paragraph about rescue efforts All students: Use the word bank for powerful vocabulary
Remember Our Catholic Values
'We must show compassion for those who suffer' As we write about this disaster, let's remember: ā¢ The people who lost their lives ā¢ The importance of helping others in need ā¢ How we can learn from history to help people today