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KS1 / KS2 English: The Facts About Non-Fiction

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Instructions | Persuasive text | Discussion text | Recount writing | Non-chronological report | Explanation writing

With the help of some well-known faces, these short films for primary schools are designed to help pupils make their non-fiction writing the best it can be.

Famous faces include Michael Rosen, Newsround's Leah Boleto, and wildlife expert Chris Packham.

This series is relevant for teaching English at KS1 and KS2 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and 1st and 2nd Level in Scotland.

How to write clear instructions
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How to write clear instructions

Stefan Gates explains how writing a set of instructions requires use of simple, precise language, and an understanding of chronological order and imperative verbs.

How to write a persuasive text
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How to write a persuasive text

Actors Shannon Flynn and Richard Wisker talk about using emotive language, the difference between facts and opinions, and how to use evidence to support persuasive writing.

How to write a discussion text
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How to write a discussion text

Newsround presenter Leah Boleto explains how discursive writing requires an understanding of the difference between facts and opinions, and how to use connecting phrases and statistics.

How to write a recount
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How to write a recount

Michael Rosen explains how writing a recount requires an understanding of chronological order or sequencing, and how to structure a piece of writing.

How to write a non-chronological report
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How to write a non-chronological report

BBC journalist Sonali Shah explains how writing non-chronological reports requires an understanding of the planning, writing and drafting process.

How to write an explanation
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How to write an explanation

Chris Packham explains how writing an explanation requires an understanding of chronological order or sequencing, how to use technical language and how to write succinctly.