Biography and Autobiography - Lesson 9 - Planning my Writing Worksheet

In Lesson 9, students are guided through the process of planning their writing with a focus on crafting a vivid and engaging piece about a holiday in Majorca. The worksheet encourages students to draw upon their senses to enrich their descriptions and bring their experiences to life. To facilitate this, they are prompted to create a spider diagram, a visual brainstorming tool that helps organise thoughts and ideas. Each segment of the spider diagram corresponds to one of the five senses: smell, see, touch, hear, and taste. By considering what they have encountered through these senses, students can gather a wealth of details to enhance their writing.

The exercise of using the senses in planning is designed to help students delve deeper into their memories or imaginations, capturing the essence of Majorca in a multi-dimensional way. For instance, they might recall the salty scent of the sea breeze, the vibrant hues of the sunset over the beach, the rough texture of sand beneath their feet, the distant sound of waves crashing, or the taste of fresh seafood. This sensory approach not only aids in creating a more immersive narrative for the reader but also assists students in developing a more structured and comprehensive plan for their writing, ensuring that their final piece is both descriptive and memorable.