Bonfire Night Non Fiction - Medium Term Plan

The Bonfire Night Unit is a comprehensive English teaching resource designed for primary school teachers. It encompasses a series of six lessons, each with its own set of PowerPoint presentations and worksheets to guide students through various non-fiction writing tasks centered around the theme of Bonfire Night. The first lesson kicks off with a starter activity that encourages students to share what they know about Bonfire Night, followed by an introduction to the unit and a group discussion. The development phase involves students creating an advertising poster, with the plenary inviting feedback and possibly assigning the completion of these posters as homework.

Subsequent lessons build on students' knowledge and skills in non-fiction writing. In lesson two, volunteers present their posters and the class is introduced to leaflet guides, examining an example as a group before individuals start creating their own. The third lesson shifts focus to a speaking and listening activity named 'The Bombshell', where effective communication is discussed and practiced. Lesson four delves into descriptive writing, using the five senses to produce vivid imagery and transforming these notes into prose. The fifth lesson engages students with the task of writing a 'Bad News' letter, teaching them the dos and don'ts of formal letter writing. The final lesson consolidates this knowledge, with students drafting, redrafting, and ultimately completing their formal letters as homework. Each lesson is structured to include a starter, introduction, development, and plenary, ensuring a rounded and interactive learning experience.