Inspired by: How to Live Forever - Medium Term Plan

The Medium Term Plan for Year 5 Module 2 revolves around the theme of 'How to Live Forever' by Colin Thompson, a thought-provoking book published by Red Fox. Over the course of six weeks, students delve into various aspects of reading comprehension, composition, and grammar and punctuation, each week dedicated to a specific set of objectives that build on each other. In the first week, students infer character motives from their actions, jot down initial ideas for compositions, and learn to punctuate bullet points consistently. This sets the foundation for deeper engagement with the text as they explore the author's craft and narrative techniques.

As the weeks progress, students continue to read and discuss Thompson's work, focusing on themes, narrative settings, and character dialogue, while also refining their writing skills. They learn to précis longer passages, use expanded noun phrases and passive verbs for concise and effective communication, and employ presentational features such as underlining to guide readers. The plan also emphasizes the importance of understanding a wide range of texts, including myths from other cultures, and encourages students to participate in discussions and debates. By the sixth week, students are expected to explain their understanding of the text, perform compositions with clarity, and use grammatical features such as dashes for parenthesis. The comprehensive plan, designed by Marie Svilis for use within the purchasing institution, aims to enhance students' literary analysis skills and their ability to express themselves clearly and creatively.