Planning, Drafting and Writing - PowerPoint

For Year 3/4 students, a comprehensive lesson on planning, drafting, and writing is available, aimed at enhancing their composition skills. The lesson begins with the objective of learning how to plan and draft a piece of writing. This is introduced through a relatable scenario where a character named Jordan feels unsure about how to write about the sun. The lesson then guides students through various techniques to help them brainstorm and organise their ideas effectively. These techniques include creating mind maps, drawing pictures, jotting down notes and keywords, speaking ideas out loud, discussing with a partner, and even acting out scenarios.

The lesson plan offers a structured approach to writing, starting with a story mountain to plan the beginning, middle, and end of a story. Jordan, the character in the lesson, models this process by creating a story about a girl named Maisie who attempts to move the sun closer to Earth. Students are encouraged to critique Jordan's plan and draft, considering which parts work well and which could be improved. The lesson emphasises the importance of creating a draft as a first version of a story, which can then be revised and polished. Worksheets are provided to support students in planning their own stories using the techniques learned, and they are encouraged to share and discuss their drafts with peers for further refinement.