Writing to Entertain - Lesson 7 - Problems PowerPoint

The 'Writing to Entertain - Lesson 7 - Problems' PowerPoint is an educational resource aimed at improving students' understanding of complex sentences and their ability to craft intriguing narratives. The lesson's objectives are twofold: firstly, to teach students how to identify and use subordinate clauses within complex sentences, and secondly, to guide them in writing the problem section of their stories. Subordinate clauses, which provide additional information to the main clause, are a key element in creating complex sentences that add depth and detail to writing. The lesson includes exercises that challenge students to highlight subordinate clauses in given sentences and to expand simple sentences by adding their own subordinate clauses, thereby elevating their writing to a Level 5 standard.

Additionally, the lesson focuses on developing the plot of a story by introducing a problem that complicates the protagonist's situation. This is demonstrated through an example from the story 'Wild Wood', where students are encouraged to analyze the problem introduced and consider how it affects the characters and the story's progression. Students are then asked to write their own problem paragraph, ensuring it is realistic, engaging, and ends on a cliff-hanger to captivate the reader. The lesson concludes with a plenary where students share their work with the class, receive feedback, and discuss how they can enhance their writing. This interactive approach not only improves their grammatical skills but also their storytelling abilities.